Ronald Araújo is, surprisingly, virtually out of FC Barcelona. The Uruguayan center-back will finish his contract on June 30, 2026 and hasn't yet replied to the last two renewal proposals made to him. He has no intention of continuing unless he's offered a higher salary and Laporta is fed up with the situation. If he's so doubtful, let him go, but with the money upfront.
In recent days, Araújo has attracted the interest of several European teams. Although the most talked-about option is Juventus, Madrid-Barcelona has learned that the Uruguayan's favorite destination is England. He'd be delighted to play in the Premier League, where Arsenal has shown interest in signing him. Laporta is open to negotiating and has Hansi Flick's approval to complete his sale.
Laporta Has Enough with This Player and Sets a Price with Flick's OK
Madrid-Barcelona can now confirm that Ronald Araújo already has a price set for his departure. If he decides not to renew and leave, Laporta is asking him to come forward with a proposal of 60 million euros. No loans will be accepted unless the deal includes a mandatory purchase clause.
If Ronald Araújo ends up leaving, the desired operation is a transfer or a loan with a guaranteed sale at the end of the season. Such an option is gaining strength is Arsenal, which is interested in permanently acquiring the Uruguayan defender and willing to pay a significant amount for his definitive transfer.
This entire operation has the OK from Hansi Flick, who, although he trusts Ronald Araújo, believes he isn't untouchable. His contract ends in 2026 and he hasn't shown willingness to stay. He's the third center-back in the team and, with the return to the 1:1 rule, it is considered that his sale at a high price would be great news economically speaking.
Ronald Araújo: Two Renewals Rejected
In recent months, Laporta has tried to secure Ronald Araújo's long-term renewal. What the president of Barça didn't expect was to receive no reply from the defender.
So far, he hasn't said anything to the last two offers he has to renew his contract. Nothing at all. He hasn't replied, causing the anger of the board led by Joan Laporta. They don't want anyone who doesn't want to stay at Barça or has doubts. No salary madness will be carried out. If he wants to leave, let him go, but with the money upfront.