Liverpool could sign Ronald Araujo permanently in January, reports say

According to multiple reports, Liverpool could make Ronald Araujo's loan from Barcelona permanent in January, with the Spanish club open to talks.

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Liverpool could sign Ronald Araujo permanently in January, according to several reports. Barcelona have reportedly made contact with the Reds to negotiate the terms of a permanent deal for the defender, who is currently on loan.

TEAMtalk reports that Liverpool are extremely pleased with Araujo's performances since joining on loan, and Barcelona are ready to negotiate a transfer in the winter window. Football365 adds that Liverpool have the opportunity to complete the signing early on one condition, with a new 'agreement' reportedly in place.

Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has admitted there is a downside to playing Araujo, amid rumours the Reds may look to secure him on a permanent basis in the summer, according to Sports Mole.

Sources

  1. Sports MoleLiverpool transfer news: Ronald Araujo latest as Andoni Iraola admits "true" downside of £47m Barcelona loanee (new window)sportsmole.co.uk
  2. Sports MoleLiverpool transfer news: Barcelona make 'approach' over early Ronald Araujo deal (new window)sportsmole.co.uk
  3. Football365Ronald Araujo: Liverpool to complete Barcelona transfer early on one condition with new ‘agreement’ (new window)football365.com
  4. TEAMtalkLiverpool get chance to complete Ronald Araujo signing early for cut-price fee; Barcelona talks ON (new window)teamtalk.com