The information went around the world. Ronald Araujo, captain of FC Barcelona, was announced very close to Juventus. The Turin club would be willing to spend up to €50m to afford the Uruguayan central defender, although Iñigo Martinez’s injury could force Araujo to stay. One thing is certain: Joan Laporta does not want to see his player slip away.
“The players we have are very useful for Barça. And we want them to continue. Ronald is under contract and we want him to stay. He speaks with management and we will find a solution. he is a player that we appreciate on a professional and personal level. We have a direct and pleasant relationship with him. Things happened that I don’t want to talk about, but we want to find a solution that satisfies everyone.”he explained at a press conference.