Barcelona star tells teammates he intends to leave in January – Juventus face obstacle

Barcelona have shown surprise at reports of an agreement with Juventus for Ronald Araujo, but it looks as if the Uruguayan defender is angling for an exit. The 25-year-old has 18 months left on his deal, and the Blaugrana must secure a fresh contract or will sell him in the summer at the latest.

As per Marca, Barcelona are ‘amazed’ at reports of an agreement between Araujo and Juventus, despite recognising that he is unhappy with his current contract, and their efforts to renew his deal. It is not ruled out that the Blaugrana have an informal conversation with Araujo while in Saudi Arabia for the Spanish Supercup to find out his intentions. While the club have returned t within their salary limit, they are hoping to avoid a large rise in their wage bill.

Yet MD say that concern at the Catalan club is rising. Reportedly, Araujo has confirmed to his teammates that he intends to leave the club in the January transfer window.