The saga surrounding Ronald Araujo in this winter transfer market is far from over. Although the talk between the player and Barcelona’s sporting director Deco seemed to have settled the matter, Juventus has not yet given up.
He bianconeros They were pushing hard to sign the 25-year-old Barcelona captain and the player seemed to have his sights set on an exit as well. But conversations with Deco, where he was promised an improved contract and a reasonable release clause, convinced him to stay.
However, it seems that Juve are not willing to throw in the towel just yet and are preparing a new strategy for Araujo.
New offer of 70 million euros?
In fact, according to reports in Italy, broadcast by SPORT, Juventus are ready to return with an improved offer to try to lure Ronald Araujo away from Barcelona.
The Italian giants are on the verge of selling Andrea Cambiasso to Manchester City for approximately €65 million. This is a substantial deal for the versatile full-back who could equip the bianconeros to pursue your intended goals.
Therefore, Juventus intends to use this incoming sum to renew the offer for Araujo, whom they see as a center back capable of marking an era for the club.
The Serie A heavyweights are considering increasing their previous offer of 50 million euros to around 70 million euros.
If Juventus goes ahead with that offer, Barcelona’s situation would change drastically.
After all, it is important to note that Araujo’s contract with the Catalans ends in June 2026. With only a year and a half left on his current contract, an offer of around €70 million could be attractive to both parties.
Araujo’s situation could take many turns until the transfer market closes on February 3, with possibilities ranging from his renewal to continuing with his current contract at Barcelona or even signing for Juventus.
The final decision will fall to the player, but Juventus are expected to continue pushing for his signing.