"Losing Control": Liverpool Nears Permanent Signing of Ronald Araujo from Barcelona
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FC Barcelona loses grip on loaned defender Ronald Araujo as Liverpool weighs triggering his €55 million purchase option next summer.
Camp Nou Crisis: Liverpool Targets Permanent €55M Swoop for Ronald Araujo
Spanish powerhouse Barcelona is facing a turbulent defensive crisis and losing total control over the future of Uruguayan center-back Ronald Araujo, currently on loan at Liverpool under manager Andoni Iraola.
According to Spanish daily Marca, the Catalan giants are left with four fit central defenders following Andreas Christensen's extended injury layoff. Meanwhile, Araujo has won over Anfield fans with stellar performances and two goals. While Liverpool holds a €55 million buyout clause, the Reds prefer to exercise patience until the summer to mitigate any risks, leaving Barcelona helpless if the player opts to stay in the Premier League.
