Robert Lewandowski Reveals Failed Transfer to Manchester United

Robert Lewandowski revealed on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast that he almost joined Manchester United in 2012 after a phone call with Sir Alex Ferguson, during which he verbally agreed to the transfer. However, the move was ultimately blocked by Borussia Dortmund, who deemed him too valuable to lose at that time. Lewandowski expressed his nervousness about the call, recalling his determination to join United, especially given Ferguson's status. Despite agreeing to the move, he remained at Dortmund for two more seasons before transferring to Bayern Munich on a free. The striker, now with FC Barcelona, emphasized that the decision to stay was not related to wages but rather Dortmund's insistence on keeping him. This incident highlights a missed opportunity for United, which has historically lost out on several high-profile signings.