Barcelona set Ronald Araujo price, Juventus interested

Ronald Araujo has long been a name of interest for Juventus. The Uruguayan defender was close to joining the Italian club in the summer of 2024, when the Bianconeri identified him as a key figure to strengthen their defensive line.

Juventus viewed Araujo as a player capable of bringing stability and leadership to their back line for many seasons ahead. However, Barcelona managed to keep him at Camp Nou, convincing the defender to sign a contract extension and commit his future to the Catalan side.

At that time, Araujo was seen as one of Barcelona’s most promising assets, and the club was unwilling to let him leave.

Barcelona’s changing stance and Juventus’ dilemma

According to TuttoMercato, Barcelona’s position has now softened. The Spanish club faces growing financial pressure and increased competition within its defensive ranks.

As a result, they are more open to negotiating Araujo’s departure if their asking price is met. Reports suggest Barcelona values the Uruguayan at around €40 million, a figure that reflects both his quality and potential.

That valuation, however, poses a major obstacle for Juventus. The Italian side continues to prioritize financial balance and careful resource allocation, especially under their new transfer policy focused on sustainability.

While Araujo perfectly fits Juventus’ sporting vision, meeting Barcelona’s demand could disrupt their financial planning. For Juventus, signing Araujo would mean adding a strong, athletic, and composed defender capable of anchoring their defence for years.

Yet, with other areas of the squad requiring reinforcement, the club cannot afford to overspend. This situation has created an opening for Premier League teams, several of which have shown concrete interest in the Uruguayan international.

English clubs possess greater financial freedom, making a transfer to the Premier League increasingly likely. Unless Barcelona reduces their price or Juventus generates significant funds through player sales, the move to Turin seems improbable.

While Juventus continues to admire Araujo’s talent and mentality, current financial realities stand in the way. The Uruguayan’s future may ultimately lie in England rather than Serie A, as Barcelona look to capitalize on one of their most valuable assets.

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