CLOSED: Ronald Araujo leaves Barcelona

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Liverpool has reached a verbal agreement with FC Barcelona to bring in Ronald Araujo on loan, the 27-year-old center-back, during the 2026/2027 season.

As confirmed by journalist Fabrizio Romano this Friday, August 7, 2026, Barcelona's sporting director Deco gave final approval for the loan of the Uruguayan international, who is under contract with the Catalan club until June 2031 after renewing in January 2025.

The squad shortages under Andoni Iraola prompt Ronald Araujo's arrival

The addition of the defender comes in response to a direct request from coach Andoni Iraola to address the shortage of options in Liverpool's defense. Injuries to Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni, along with physical issues with Jérémy Jacquet, left the coaching staff with few alternatives for the start of the Premier League.

The 27-year-old Uruguayan center-back will strengthen the rotation at Anfield after losing prominence in Barcelona's lineup. The English club's management expedited discussions in the final stages of the summer transfer window to secure the player's arrival without compromising the transfer budget.

Contractual details of the operation between Liverpool and FC Barcelona

The verbal agreement between both boards stipulates a one-year loan, although specific figures regarding the loan fee or the inclusion of a purchase option at the end of the term have not been disclosed yet. The footballer travels with approval from the Barça leadership after receiving Deco's green light.

Araujo temporarily leaves Camp Nou, where he had a long-term contract until 2031, to immediately join the Premier League team. This loan frees up salary space at the Catalan club to address the final signings for the squad.

Liverpool will subject Ronald Araujo to a medical examination this Saturday, August 8, before finalizing the documentation. Once the physical tests are passed, Liverpool will announce the Uruguayan's arrival and integrate the player into Andoni Iraola's training sessions to prepare for the first matchday of the English championship.

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