The Mysterious Case of Araujo

Barcelona are facing another turmoil off the pitch as Ronald Araujo, a central defender considered a key player, has been unexpectedly absent recently.

Ronald Araujo, the central defender considered a key pillar of Barca, has been unexpectedly absent recently.

The club initially announced that the Uruguayan was out of action due to a virus, but sources close to the matter said the real reason was personal.

Araujo has not participated in training or played in recent matches. This situation immediately made the public question the possibility of him leaving Barca in the upcoming transfer window, especially when the 26-year-old center-back has been pursued many times by big teams in the Premier League.

However, the source confirmed that there has been no transfer discussion between Araujo and Sporting Director Deco. Any talks, if any, are only aimed at supporting the player through a difficult period mentally, rather than regarding his future at Camp Nou.

Within Barca, Araujo is still considered an irreplaceable factor. His sudden departure from the field for personal reasons has forced the coach and the board of directors to recalculate many personnel options, especially in the context of the team being under great pressure regarding performance.

The lack of transparency in Barca’s initial announcement also caused a lot of controversy. Using the “virus” as an excuse for Araujo’s absence led many to believe that the club wanted to avoid pushing the story into sensitive areas, while also creating a private space for the player.

Although the specific reason has not been revealed, it is certain that Barca is giving maximum support to help Araujo stabilize his spirit. Only when he overcomes this period, the Uruguayan midfielder can return and contribute to the team's already turbulent journey this season.

Source: https://znews.vn/truong-hop-bi-an-cua-araujo-post1608295.html