Barcelona open to offers for Ronald Araujo but won't force sale, club expects World Cup to boost value
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Summary
Ronald Araujo is committed to Barcelona and not forcing a move, but the club is open to considering offers that make financial and sporting sense, with any decision made in agreement with the player. Barcelona expects the upcoming World Cup to boost Araujo's market value as he is set to play a key role for Uruguay. Increased depth in central defense, with options like Pau Cubarsi, Gerard Martin, and Eric Garcia, reduces the team's reliance on him.
Key quotes
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Barcelona have not listed him for sale because he is respected in the dressing room and trusted by coaching staff and club hierarchy.
The club would study any offer that makes financial and sporting sense, with any decision made in agreement with Araujo.
Barcelona expect the World Cup to help restore his market value because he is expected to play an important role for Uruguay.
Increased central-defence depth reduces reliance on Araujo, with Pau Cubarsi, Gerard Martin, and Eric Garcia among the options.
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