Liverpool pursues £33m deal for defender Ronald Araujo from Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 7:30 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Liverpool is looking to secure a permanent transfer for Ronald Araujo, a 27-year-old defender currently on loan from Barcelona. Reports indicate the club aims to negotiate a fee of around £33 million, significantly lower than the optional buyout of €55 million. Araujo has impressed since joining, prompting Liverpool to act as they prepare to replace departing players like Virgil van Dijk. Barcelona's need to reduce expenses may facilitate a deal at a discount in 2027.
- •Liverpool wants to finalize Araujo's transfer at £33 million.
- •The club's current loan deal includes an option to buy for €55 million.
- •Araujo's strong performance has led to strong calls for his permanent signing.
- •Liverpool is strategizing to address potential holes in their defense.
- •Barcelona is eager to offload Araujo to manage financial pressures.
- 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Julian Ward has seen enough: He wants £33m deal for 27-year-old
"Liverpool have been busy improving their defensive options over the last few transfer windows. The club have had to wave goodbye to players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robert...
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