How Lewandowski joined Dortmund instead of Blackburn due to shocking volcanic eruption

In an era where Lionel Messi and Cristia Ronaldo have dominated world of football over a decade, Bayern Munich superstar Robert Lewandowski stands tall, having clinched FIFA Best Award 2020 on Thursday. Pole attacker has seen an urd trajectory ever since joining Borussia Dortmund, following it up with a move to Allianz Arena. But, a startling report reveals Lewandowski would have been plying his trade in England were it t for a volcanic eruption in Iceland.

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Lewandowski Blackburn move was on anvil in 2010

Lewandowski netted 55 goals across all competitions previous campaign to help his side complete a treble-winning season. He got his hands on Champions League title this time around, having missed out on top European accolade with Borussia Dortmund against his current club in 2013. But Dortmund have a special role in his scintillating rise ever since.

However, before his move to Signal Iduna Park, Lewandowski was all set to join English outfit Blackburn Rovers. Pole forward, n 21, was plying his trade with Lech Poznan when Blackburn showed interest in signing him and he was all set to travel to England to understand club’s plan.

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Eyjafjallajokull volca played spoiler in Lewandowski's Blackburn move 

But eruption of  Eyjafjallajokull volca in Iceland brought about a halt in his move to England after international flights were banned in Europe. As quoted by Spanish media publication Marca, Lewandowski reveals he wanted to travel to England to have a look at club, although volca played spoiler.

Had he travelled to have a look at club and stadium, Blackburn would have been his preferred choice, insists Bayern Munich striker. Following his failed move to Blackburn, Lewandowski went on to agree to a move to Dortmund. He rose on to scene in Germany with Jurgen Klopp at helm, reaching up to final of Champions League in 2013.

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Ar trophy to light up Lewandowski career 

Ten years down line, Poland international stands tall among two football greats, Lionel Messi and Cristia Ronaldo. He edges closer towards twilight of his career, albeit with a Champions League title in his trophy cabinet, furr being crowned best by FIFA.

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Im courtesy: Bayern Munich Twitter