Barcelona hold meeting with Ronald Araujo over new contract

Barcelona is close to securing a new contract for star defender Ronald Araujo after a meeting between Sporting Director Deco and Araujo’s agents on Friday.

Despite interest from Juventus, who reportedly offered €70 million, Araujo is now expected to stay at Barcelona, with talks progressing positively.

A verbal agreement on a renewal is said to be in place, and the deal could be finalized next week.

However, Marca reports that negotiations are not yet complete, with key details like the contract length and the inclusion of a release clause still to be settled.

Deco’s proposal includes a reduced release clause, giving Araujo an exit option, while he seeks terms similar to Barcelona’s other top players.