New Barcelona goalkeeper, Wojciech Szczesny, has sparked controversy after vowing to continue smoking despite criticism.
In an exclusive interview with Mundo Deportivo, the Polish shot-stopper insisted his personal life is off-limits.
Szczesny, who recently signed a short-term deal with Barcelona following Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s injury, remains unapologetic about his smoking habit. “Smoking? There are aspects of my personal life that I don’t change, and it’s nobody’s business if I smoke,” he stated.
The former Poland international emphasized his responsibility, saying, “I don’t smoke in front of kids, I don’t give a bad example.” However, he admitted to hiding his habit, revealing, “People take pictures of me smoking behind trees, where I can’t even see them… I try to hide it, not show it to people.”
Szczesny’s refusal to quit smoking has raised eyebrows, especially considering his high-profile status as a professional athlete. His response to critics was unequivocal: “If anyone thinks they can change my personal life, try again, it has never worked!”
The 33-year-old’s bold stance has ignited debate about the intersection of personal and professional life. As Szczesny prepares to debut for Barcelona, fans and pundits alike will be watching to see if his lifestyle choices impact his performance on the pitch.
