Ronald Araújo: His agent assures that the first option is to renew with FC Barcelona

Andrés Espinosa, agent of Ronald Araújo, confirmed the interest of Juventus in signing the Uruguayan center-back from FC Barcelona during the winter transfer market. However, he clarified that the player has not yet made a definitive decision and prioritizes staying at the Catalan club. “Araújo has received several offers this January, with Juventus' being the most important, but his first option remains Barcelona,” Espinosa stated.

These statements fuel doubts about the future of the second Barcelona captain, who has not yet renewed his contract, which is valid until June 30, 2026. According to close sources, Barça presented a renewal offer in February 2024 after a meeting between Deco, the sporting director, and the player's agents in Barcelona. However, since then, no significant progress has been recorded, and Araújo's situation raises concern within the club.

Arsenal also wants to sign Araujo

The center-back, key in the defensive scheme of Barça, has attracted the interest of other major European clubs. In addition to Juventus, Arsenal is pushing to incorporate the Uruguayan and strengthen their squad for the second half of the season. According to the latest information, Araújo does not hide in the Barcelona dressing room that he is seriously considering the possibility of leaving, and his preference would be to play in the Premier League, a league that attracts him above other options.

Meanwhile, FC Barcelona is preparing to face Real Madrid in the Supercopa de España final, which will be held this Sunday (8 PM, Movistar Plus+) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The uncertainty about Araújo's future remains a pending issue in a Barça that seeks to consolidate its long-term sports project.