Barcelona appears poised to part ways with Uruguayan center-back Ronald Araújo during the upcoming summer transfer window. Premier League giants Manchester United have reportedly expressed strong interest in acquiring the defender.
The Catalan club is currently undergoing a squad overhaul as part of its financial restructuring efforts, which include offloading several players to raise funds for new signings.
Among the names likely to be sold is Ronald Araújo. The 25-year-old defender is no longer seen as a guaranteed starter in Barcelona's backline, making him a prime candidate for a summer departure to generate much-needed revenue.
According to a report from Fichajes, Manchester United have emerged as a serious contender in the race to sign Araújo. The Red Devils have long been admirers of the Uruguayan international and are said to be impressed by his solid performances and defensive consistency.
With speculation mounting over Araújo’s potential exit, United are reportedly moving swiftly to secure his services before the start of the new season.
United's interest is rooted in a genuine need to reinforce their defense. Following the departures of Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelöf, the squad is notably short on center-back options. The addition of Araújo is viewed as a potential long-term solution to their defensive issues.
In a positive development for United, Barcelona are no longer demanding an exorbitant fee for Araújo. It is believed that an offer in the region of €40 million could be enough to bring the defender to Old Trafford this summer.
