Ronald Araujo eyes exit as United monitor situation closely
Manchester United are going all in on their summer rebuild after a disastrous season that saw them miss out on European qualification. With major reinforcements needed across the pitch, particularly in defence and attack and now the club is now targeting top-tier talent. Reports indicate that a Barcelona star has made the decision to leave after being told to move on, with United showing strong interest in securing his signature.
Manchester United have only made one signing so far this summer, splashing around £62.5 million to land Matheus Cunha from Wolves by triggering his release clause. As they look to raise funds through player sales, the club continues to push forward with a squad overhaul under Ruben Amorim, with a clear focus on strengthening the attack.
United seem to be making the most progress in their chase for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo. Meanwhile, with defensive frailties still a concern and the departures of Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelöf, the Red Devils are also eyeing a move for Barcelona’s Ronald Araújo to strengthen their backline.
Araujo could join his national team mate, Ugarte at the Old Trafford
Ronald Araújo, 26, signed a long-term contract extension with Barcelona earlier this year, committing to the club until 2031 after his previous deal was set to expire in 2026.
However, Barcelona now face uncertainty over Araújo’s future, as his performances last season drew criticism. Club executives have reportedly marked him as a potential sale to generate funds for their pursuit of Nico Williams.
Just last week, reports revealed that Manchester United submitted an offer for Araújo, though Juventus and Bayern Munich have also shown strong interest in the defender.
Ronald Araújo was previously against leaving Barcelona, but according to new reports, he has changed his position and agreed to leave after accepting the decision from the club hierarchy.
This shift makes it easier for Barcelona to address a key financial problem, as they need a big sale in order to fund and register a new signing on their books without issue. No club has reached Barcelona’s asking price of €60 million yet, although Araújo’s change of heart is one less obstacle. For now a move to the Premier League is seen as the most likely outcome.
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Barcelona now feels more relaxed and has confidence that it can resolve Araújo’s future in the next weeks with the intentions of spoiling everyone. They have already begun to offer him to different clubs, with the Premier League most interested. Leaving for Manchester United might be Araujo’s biggest chance because his time at the Nou Camp seems to be nearing an end.