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Barcelona’s focus on securing long-term commitments from its players has taken a serious turn, with recent reports suggesting that both Ronald Araujo and Frenkie de Jong are in a delicate situation.
According to AS, the club has made it clear that if these two key players do not renew their contracts before the end of the season, they will be placed on the transfer market.
This decision underlines Barcelona’s determination to prioritize financial stability and long-term planning over sentimentality, something extremely important as their contracts expire in 2026.
Tah’s signing is crucial
The potential signing of Jonathan Tah, who could arrive on a free transfer from Bayer Leverkusen, adds another layer of complexity to Araujo’s future at the club.
With the arrival of Tah, Barcelona would have an additional high-quality option in defense, which would make the renewal of Araujo a less pressing issue.
Meanwhile, players like Andreas Christensen and Eric García have attracted attention for their consistent performances, drawing attention away from Araujo.
Despite his desire to stay, negotiations over Araujo’s contract have stalled. The club initially prioritized extending his contract, but recent events have reduced the urgency.
Factors such as recurring physical problems and rumors of interest from other clubs have reduced the pressure to complete his renewal.
Furthermore, the emergence of young talents such as Pau Cubarsi and the experience of Íñigo Martínez has further eased the club’s dependence on Araujo.
For Barcelona, the situation is clear: if Araujo wants to remain at the club, he will have to accept the economic limitations imposed by his financial reality.
Otherwise, the summer transfer window could lead to his departure. The same goes for Frenkie de Jong, as the club has publicly indicated that neither player will feature in its plans for the 2025-26 season without renewed contracts.
