Ronald Araujo - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates (2025)

Explained: Why Ronald Araujo is angry at Barcelona with defender open to leaving club amid breakdown in contract talks and Bayern Munich and Man Utd interest | Goal.com US Ronald Araujo is open to leaving Barcelona this summer, with the Catalans considering leaving the defender unregistered until January due to...

AUGUST 3 • GOAL.COM

Completes surgery Araujo has successfully undergone a procedure on his hamstring issue, according to his club.Impact Araujo will start his recovery process in the coming days, as the defender has completed the scheduled surgery on his hamstring. He will now hope for the quickest return possible, although he is likely to miss a solid chunk of the season. JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE Set for surgery Araujo is set to undergo hamstring surgery, which will keep him out for the next few months.Impact This is a huge loss for Araujo, who is set to miss a good part of the new season with hamstring surgery. He picked up the injury while playing with Uruguay in Copa America, forcing himself to come off in the 33rd minute against Brazil during the quarterfinals. The defender had been dealing with injuries since last season, starting just 21 matches in 25 appearances, failing to play at least 30 games since the 2021/22 campaign. JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE Copa América: Uruguay players fight fans in stands after 1-0 loss to Colombia Several Uruguay players, including star striker Darwin Núñez, entered the stands and attempted to fight spectators after their 1-0 loss to C... JULY 11 Regular starter in defense Araujo appeared in 25 games (21 starts), registering one goal on 23 shots and two assists on eight chances created to go along with 12 interceptions, 27 tackles and 62 clearances.Impact Araujo was once again a mainstay in the Barcelona defense, completing his third straight campaign as a starter for the Culer's. He did struggle with a couple of injuries throughout the season but was still decent when on the field, helping the club to seven clean sheets in his 25 appearances. The defender will likely hold the same role next campaign if he remains with the club, but with multiple teams across Europe wanting his talents as Barcelona tries to lower their wage bill, he could be in new colors by the beginning of the next campaign. MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Will he stay or will he go? How Xavi's sacking may affect Ronald Araujo's future at Barcelona amid Chelsea and Bayern Munich interest | Goal.com US Ronald Araujo's future at Barcelona hinges on whether or not Xavi Hernandez remains at the club, according to reports from Spain.

MAY 27 • GOAL.COM

Assists in Sunday's win Araujo assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Rayo Vallecano.Impact Araujo returned to the pitch Sunday after missing the last two matches with a knee injury. He marked the occasion with his second assist of the season as he set up Pedri's goal in the 75th minute. That was the only chance he created in his 28 minutes off the bench. MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE Makes bench Sunday Araujo (knee) is in the squad to face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.Impact Araujo is back in the squad after missing two matches due to injury. The defender was nursing discomfort in the buildup to Sunday's match, so he may not be used from the bench at all ahead of next week's season finale against Sevilla. MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE Still nursing discomfort Araujo (knee) appears to be in doubt for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano, according to Ruairidh Barlow of Football Espana.Impact Araujo's absence has now been made clear, as he has been held out with knee issues despite returning to group training. The reason for his sitting was due to a dispute with manager Xavi, as they agreed to hold him out a couple of games to ensure his fitness for his international duty spell with Uruguay during Copa America. That being said, it looks as if he may be sat again, although we will have to wait for further reports to confirm that. MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE Ruled out Thursday Araujo is out for Thursday's game against Almeria due to a knee injury, Javier Miguel of Diario AS reports.Impact The defender won't be able to face Almeria, meaning Inigo Martinez could partner next to Pau Cubarsi at center-back. Araujo should be considered questionable for the final two games of the season, as Barcelona could be cautious with his recovery considering they have nothing to play for down the stretch. MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE Assists against Valencia Araujo assisted once to go with six shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Monday's 4-2 victory against Valencia.Impact Araujo's mistake led to a penalty, converted by Pepelu in the 38th minute. However, Araujo made amends by flicking on a corner for Robert Lewandowski's header in the 82nd minute. Alongside this goal contribution, Araujo also created two chances and contributed defensively with one tackle, one interception, and one blocked shot. This marked his first goal involvement since his goal against Real Sociedad back in November. APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona ready to cash in on Ronald Araujo as Man Utd target deemed sellable after costly red card in Champions League collapse against PSG | Goal.com US Barcelona are reportedly ready to cash in on Ronald Araujo with Manchester United showing interest in the Uruguayan centre-back.

APRIL 21 • GOAL.COM

Araujo responds to Gundogan comments on PSG red card Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo has spoken of respecting “codes and values” in response to team-mate Ilkay Gundogan’s comments on his sendi...

APRIL 18 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sent off Tuesday Araujo was shown a straight red card during the first half of Tuesday's clash with PSG.Impact Araujo will miss a potential semi-final after seeing the straight red card. The defender is a brutal loss leaving his side short handed to try and hold on to the two-goal advantage. The center-back could be replaced by Inigo Martinez if Barcelona make it to the final four. APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE Set to return after ban Araujo completed his one-game suspension due to yellow-card accumulation and will be eligible to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday. He'll also be eligible to face Napoli on Tuesday in...Impact Araujo has been a regular starter for Barcelona this season, featuring in the XI in all but six games he's been available for in all competitions. The central defender will be available and should start ahead of what seems to be one of Barca's toughest two-game stretches of the season against Napoli and Atletico. Araujo is averaging nearly 2.5 clearances and 1.5 tackles per game in league play. MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE Receives fifth booking of season Araujo received his fifth yellow card of the season in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Athletic Club, so he'll be suspended for Barcelona's next Liga match. He recorded three tackles and...Impact Araujo has received all five of his yellow cards across his last 12 league appearances, and the star defender will be forced to sit the match against Mallorca on Friday. He will be eligible to face Napoli in the UEFA Champions League on March 12, and his Liga return could happen as early as March 17 against Atletico Madrid. MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Revealed: Xavi threatened to resign if Barcelona sanctioned Ronald Araujo sale to Bayern Munich before announcing exit at end of season | Goal.com US Xavi reportedly threatened to resign if Barcelona had sanctioned Ronald Araujo's sale to Bayern Munich before eventually announcing his summ...

FEBRUARY 2 • GOAL.COM

Watch out Barcelona! Man Utd join Bayern in transfer race for Ronald Araujo as they weigh up €80m bid for defender | Goal.com US Manchester United have reportedly joined Bayern Munich in the transfer race for Ronald Araujo as they weigh up a €80m bid for the defender.

JANUARY 16 • GOAL.COM

Decision time for Barcelona? Blaugrana expecting massive €100m Bayern Munich bid for Ronald Araujo as sporting director Deco 'aware' of interest | Goal.com US Barcelona sporting director Deco is reportedly expecting a summer bid from Bayern Munich for star centre-back Ronaldo Araujo.

JANUARY 11 • GOAL.COM

Ronald Araujo's a wanted man! Bayern Munich set to test Barcelona's resolve to keep star defender with mammoth transfer offer in 2024 | Goal.com US Bayern Munich will push hard to secure the signing of Barcelona's Ronald Araujo in 2024 in what is considered to be their top transfer prior...

JANUARY 6 • GOAL.COM

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JANUARY 6 • GOAL.COM

Bayern refuse to give up on Ronald Araujo as German giants consider massive offer for Barcelona defender | Goal.com US Bayern Munich are refusing to let go of their dream of signing Barcelona defender, Ronald Araujo, as they look to strengthen their defence i...

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • GOAL.COM

Returns to matchday squad Araujo (rest) has been included in the squad to face Valencia on Saturday.Impact Araujo didn't feature in the loss against Royal Antwerp on Wednesday due to rest-related reasons, but the defender is back in the squad for Saturday and should reclaim his regular role as a starter at the heart of the defensive line. Araujo has 16 clearances, 10 tackles and three clean sheets in 10 appearances (seven starts) during the current league campaign. DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE