Ronald Araújo has played only one match this season due to injury, a recent Copa del Rey game against lower-tier Barbastro (4-0). Despite limited action, the Barcelona center-back remains highly valued, especially by his club. Barcelona is reluctant to sell him, but given their financial struggles, they might reconsider if a 70 million euros offer comes in, according to Mundo Deportivo. The report states that Juventus, which has been linked with Araújo for weeks, recently contacted Barcelona to inquire about the transfer conditions for the 25-year-old defender. Barcelona’s response was that the Uruguayan is not for sale, but there’s a caveat.Start of Spanish football war: Clubs unite against Barcelona – all except oneClub president Joan Laporta knows Barcelona cannot afford to turn down significant offers, especially with Araújo entering the final year of his contract next June. Letting him reach that stage would significantly reduce his market value, making it crucial for the club to act swiftly if they are to maximize returns. The 70 million euros price tag may be too steep for Juventus, but Arsenal has reportedly shown interest as well. Unlike the Turin club, the London side seems more capable of meeting Laporta’s demands—provided Mikel Arteta is genuinely keen on bringing Araújo to the Premier League. So far, Juve approached the Calatans with an initial 35 million offer, which was denied immediately. But with apparent Arsenal interest, the Italian giants will increase offer to around 50 million, still 20 million short of Barca’s evaluation.LA LIGA ROUND 19FridayRayo Vallecano – Celta 2-1 (1-1)/Embarba 5, De Frutos 63 – Iglesias 26/Saturday16:00: (2.85) Alaves (3.20) Girona (2.75)18:15: (4.50) Valladolid (3.60) Betis (1.90)20:30: (2.10) Espanyol (3.15) Leganes (3.90)23:00: (2.05) Sevilla (3.45) Valencia (4.10)Sunday16:00: (2.45) Las Palmas (3.05) Getafe (3.15)18:15: (1.32) Atl.Madrid (5.10) Osasuna (10.0)Monday23:00: (1.97) Sociedad (3.45) Villareal (3.90)***odds are subject to change***
