The Barcelona captain’s entourage denies having said “yes” to Juventus for his signing in January

Barcelona defender and one of the club’s captains, Ronald Araujo, has been at the center of transfer speculation since the start of the January transfer window.

Serie A giants Juventus have shown interest in signing the Uruguayan international on loan this month with an option to buy inserted into the deal.

In fact, today, reports from Italy even went so far as to say that the Barcelona centre-back had said “yes” to the move as he wanted to play regularly after spending the first half of the season injured.

Araujo’s camp denies the rumors

However, now, according to SPORT, Araujo’s camp has categorically denied these claims, stating that the Barca heavyweight has neither accepted nor committed to any transfer to Juventus.

The defender’s entourage highlights that he is fully focused on regaining form after a long-term injury, and his first appearance of the season against UD Barbastro last week was seen as a significant step towards regaining full fitness.

Araujo has a contract with Barcelona until 2026, and his representatives have reiterated that any possible move would first require Juventus to reach an agreement with the Catalan club.

The Uruguayan international’s team also dismissed rumors of negotiations over an exit during the current winter transfer market.

For now, Araujo’s priority is to improve his performance levels and contribute to Barcelona’s campaign for the remainder of the season.

Things to change in summer?

However, Araujo’s future at Barcelona beyond the current season remains uncertain. Although he is committed to the club for now, his situation could change in June.

With his contract expiring in 2026, the blaugrana They have made it clear to the player that he must renew before the summer or be put on the market since they have no intention of letting him enter the last year of his contract.

In statements to the media after the Barbastro game, Araujo did not say much about his future, as he stated:

“We are talking to the club about my renewal, but I am focused on playing again and getting minutes.”

“Will I continue 100% at Barça? “We are talking to the club.” he added.