Barça have already set the date on which they will be able to count on Ronald Araújo again

FC Barcelona, despite being one of the teams that has conceded the fewest goals in Europe to date, having received a total of 11 goals in 11 matches and having a defensive duo formed by Pau Cubarsi and Iñigo Martínez, is eagerly awaiting the return of one of its great leaders in the squad: Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo, 25 years old. His return would not only add depth to that position but also strengthen the defensive line with a player who, in full condition, is undoubtedly one of the best in the world.

At this point, it is important to remember that Ronald Araújo has been injured since July 7, when during the quarter-final match of the 2024 Copa America between Uruguay and Brazil in the United States, he suffered a physical setback feeling a twinge in the back of his right leg. After thorough studies, it was determined to be a rupture of the hamstring tendon in his right thigh, requiring surgery performed on July 22 in Finland by specialist Lasse Lempainen, supervised by Barcelona's doctor, Ricard Pruna. Initially, the estimated recovery time was around months.

Based on these premises, estimates for the recovery time of the Uruguayan defender suggested that he could tentatively return between November and December, with a preference towards the latter month of the year. The main focus is on being patient and not risking at any point during his recovery process, ensuring that Araújo returns in full condition for competition. According to reports from 'Mundo Deportivo', there now seems to be a specific date on which Ronald could be available for FC Barcelona, and the forecasts are quite encouraging.

The date Ronald Araújo could return with Barcelona

According to 'MD', the tentative date that FC Barcelona has set for Ronald Araújo's return is scheduled for after the next league break, planned between November 11 and 19. In this context, unless there are any setbacks, it is expected that the Catalan '4' could return for the match against Celta de Vigo on November 24 at Balaídos or for the clash against Stade Brestois in the UEFA Champions League on November 26 at Montjuïc.

This news is very positive for Barça, as they could have the Uruguayan defender back a little earlier than expected. Previously, there was mention of the possibility that his return could be delayed until 2025. His comeback will be a great relief for Hansi Flick, who has not been able to rely on Ronald since the beginning of his tenure as a Culé, a player who, in full condition, would be essential for Barcelona and significantly reinforce their sports project, which appears stronger with each return.