Liverpool, Barcelona and Ronald Araujo
Friday
Liverpool are set to sign Barcelona captain Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan that includes an option for a permanent transfer. The Uruguay defender is expected to join the squad this weekend after accepting Liverpool’s proposal for more playing time.
Liverpool moved for Araujo after Ibrahima Konate left for Real Madrid and several defenders entered preseason carrying injuries. His ability to play at centre-back or right-back gives Andoni Iraola experienced cover across a defence currently short of established options.