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Barcelona targets Aymeric Laporte to fill defensive gap after Araujo loan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:25 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Barcelona targets Aymeric Laporte to fill defensive gap after Araujo loan

Summary

Barcelona is exploring a move for Aymeric Laporte to replace Ronald Araujo, who is reportedly joining Liverpool. The shift in strategy occurs following Barcelona's initial focus on other transfer targets. Laporte, fresh off a successful World Cup, fits the profile of the experienced center-back needed alongside young defender Pau Cubarsi. However, negotiations with Athletic Club may prove challenging, as the Basque club has indicated a high asking price and has previously been reluctant to deal with Barcelona.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona considers Aymeric Laporte as Araujo's replacement.
•Araujo is set to join Liverpool on loan.
•Laporte impressed during the World Cup.
•Athletic Club resists selling Laporte, demanding €80 million.
•Previous tensions complicate negotiations between the clubs.

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3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona considering a move for World Cup winner to replace Liverpool-bound defender

What they're saying

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Barcelona’s transfer plans have turned on its head in the last 24 hours or so.Earlier, the club were expected to solely focus on Julian Alvarez and Rodri deals. But that equation has changed after t...
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