Bartłomiej Pawłowski says goodbye to Widzew Łódź after 116 appearances

Widzew Łódź loses an experienced midfielder – Bartłomiej Pawłowski, who recorded 116 games, 31 goals and 14 assists for the club. After his contract ended in 2026 he chose to move to Arka Gdynia, noting he never imagined this outcome. Widzew Łódź currently sits 14th in the Ekstraklasa with 42 points, 12W‑6D‑16L from 34 matches, last result 2‑1 vs Piast Gliwice on 2026‑05‑23.

Why did Pawłowski leave?

In an interview with weszlo.com the player explained that months before his contract expired he sensed no chance of renewal. “In winter I didn’t receive a new contract offer, even though I heard we’d soon sit down to talk,” he said. The lack of a concrete proposal and growing doubts about his role led him to decide on a change.

What does he say about the farewell from fans?

Pawłowski was surprised by the volume of positive comments from Widzew supporters. “I didn’t expect so many kind words, it’s really uplifting,” he admitted. His departure sparked mixed feelings – some fans appreciate his contribution, others worry about losing experience in midfield.

What lies ahead at Arka Gdynia?

The new deal with Arka covers the 2026/27 season with an option to extend for another 12 months. Pawłowski aims for a regular starting spot and hopes to help the team in its promotion push. His Ekstraklasa experience and long‑range shooting could prove decisive in upcoming fixtures.

How will Widzew cope?

Losing a player of his calibre forces the coach to rethink tactics and hunt for a creative midfielder. Widzew, which in its last five games recorded 3 wins and 2 losses (WWLLW), needs stability to climb out of the lower table. Whether a new signing can fill the void left by Pawłowski will be the subject of future analysis.