The Polish goalkeeper communicated his decision to the club during a meeting with manager Hansi Flick at the training ground, as reported by sources close to the team.

The two parties are now working to finalise the remaining details of his new contract, which will extend his stay by one year, with the possibility of an additional optional season still to be defined before the agreement is made official.

Szczesny had been considering the club's offer for several weeks, and all signs pointed to a straightforward renewal. However, in recent days, doubts emerged about his future at Barcelona.

The 35-year-old admitted he needed to discuss the decision with his wife, weighing whether to continue playing for another year or return to the retirement he had briefly embraced before Barcelona brought him back last season to cover for the injured Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

After reflecting on the matter following the end of the season, Szczesny has decided to stay with Barcelona. As it stands, the goalkeeping duo for the upcoming campaign will likely be Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Szczesny.

Meanwhile, speculation has swirled about the club's interest in Espanyol's Joan Garcia. Barcelona have reportedly contacted the young goalkeeper and proposed signing him, with the option of loaning him out for a year. Negotiations on this front are ongoing.

The Polish international enjoyed an impressive season, claiming the starting spot in January and helping the team perform at a high level since then. Szczesny proved instrumental in several matches, notably the Champions League clash against Benfica in Lisbon, where his commanding presence provided stability to the backline.

His signing has been hailed as a masterstroke, with pundits and fans alike noting the increased confidence in Barcelona's defensive unit.

Questions remain, however, about the future of Inaki Pena, who lost his place to Szczesny following Marc-Andre ter Stegen's injury. With his contract set to expire in June 2026, Pena is aware that opportunities to play may be limited.

Interest from other clubs is not expected to be in short supply, and Barcelona would view a potential sale favourably, as it could bring in several million pounds, especially considering his contract situation.

Report: Barcelona secure Wojciech Szczesny for another season