Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo Attracts Juventus’ €50M Offer Amid Spanish Supercup Triumph
Barcelona returned to the Catalan capital early Monday morning, still riding high after their thrilling victory over Real Madrid in the Spanish Supercup final. However, the celebrations are short-lived as Sporting Director Deco faces a critical task upon his return.
According to Relevo, Juventus is preparing to table an improved offer for Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo later today. The new proposal, estimated at around €50 million, aligns closely with Barcelona’s valuation of the center-back. While the club reportedly seeks an even higher fee, the potential departure is complicated by a recent injury to Inigo Martinez, which could sideline him for up to five weeks.
Barcelona is likely to explore the transfer market to replace Martinez rather than block Araujo’s sale. Earlier reports suggested Barcelona rejected a €35 million bid from Juventus, signaling their firm stance on the defender’s value.
This week, Deco is scheduled to meet with Araujo’s agents to discuss the player’s intentions. Should Araujo express a desire to leave, Barcelona is expected to engage in negotiations to finalize the deal.