Liverpool agree deal to sign Ronald Araujo on loan

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Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign defender Ronald Araujo on loan from FC Barcelona for the 2026-27 season, subject to a successful work permit application and international clearance.

The experienced Uruguay international will join the Reds having made more than 200 appearances for the La Liga side.

Araujo has contributed to three Spanish top-flight triumphs since joining Barcelona in 2018 – including in the most recent season – and was appointed club captain earlier this year.

He sealed a temporary switch to Anfield today, bolstering Andoni Iraola’s defensive ranks ahead of the new campaign getting under way.

“I can’t wait to get started. I’m very, very happy,” 27-year-old Araujo, who will wear No.33, told Liverpoolfc.com.