Sports · 8 August 2026

Liverpool sign Barcelona's 27-year-old defender Ronald Araujo on season-long loan

Liverpool have secured a surprise season-long loan deal for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo, 27. The Uruguay international's arrival will strengthen manager Andoni Iraola's defensive options. Araujo has played over 200 games for Barcelona and was named a club captain in January.

By BriefTea Editorial · 8 August 2026 at 4:56

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