Ronald Araújo's continuity at Barça is practically confirmed. In recent hours, Fabrizio Romano has spoken clearly about the Uruguayan defender's future. There has been a meeting between Deco and his representatives, to the point of having a "preliminary agreement at the beginning of this week".
Everything is progressing positively and "a final meeting will be held to complete the final details," followed by Ronald Araújo's transfer. Everything is ready at Barça to take the "formal steps" for the captain's continuity, whose future changed when it seemed he was halfway to Juventus.
"Next Week..."
Fabrizio Romano isn't the only one who has spoken about this matter. His compatriot Matteo Moretto hasn't held back on Ronald Araújo's continuity and has added more details on this topic. The Italian pointed out: "Next week it could be 100% finalized" and there's even the possibility of making it official soon.
Ronald Araújo, who had decided to leave, has seen how Deco and Hansi Flick have convinced him to stay at Barça. Íñigo Martínez's injury has marked a turning point, ensuring him minutes and an important position as he had been demanding.
Ronald Araújo is a "transfer" for Hansi Flick
Hansi Flick knows what's coming at the end of this season. He knows that next month he won't be able to count on Íñigo Martínez and that any reinforcement is welcome. In terms of reinforcements, for Flick, Araújo is one of the best center-backs in the world.
Laporta considered the possibility of delaying the operation until the summer. However, Flick insisted that if Araújo's sale isn't necessary, it's better for him to stay at FC Barcelona. The president eventually accepted the coach's point of view.
Flick himself communicated the final decision about his future to the player. The Uruguayan, who is very committed to his club, celebrated the decision to the point of ruling out the possibility of leaving in the summer. He offered the option to immediately renew the contract that expires in 2026.
More details of the agreement with Ronald Araújo are yet to be known, but a mid-term renewal is expected, possibly including an affordable exit clause. This would be one of the conditions imposed by the Uruguayan, in case he doesn't feel appreciated in the future.