Barcelona have received a huge boost regarding the renewal negotiations with center-back Ronald Araujo, who is expected to return from injury and sign a new contract in the coming weeks, Soccernet.football understands.
Araujo has been sidelined since July with a hamstring injury, which also stalled discussions over an extension to his current deal, set to expire in the summer of 2026.
SPORT reports that the international break has allowed Barcelona to focus on the Uruguayan defender, who has reportedly expressed optimism about both his recovery and his willingness to commit to a new contract.
Previously, during initial contract talks, there were concerns that Bayern Munich’s interest had turned Araujo’s head.
However, the 25-year-old now appears more dedicated to the Blaugrana’s project and is eager to work under new manager Hansi Flick.
As a result, he is expected to welcome a contract extension offer, which is likely to be tabled in the coming weeks, coinciding with his anticipated return to the pitch.
Araujo is yet to feature for Barcelona this season due to his hamstring injury, with Inigo Martinez and Pau Cubarsi forming a very formidable partnership and impressing massively under the watchful eyes of Flick.
A decision on his return to team training is expected soon. While the Uruguay international will still need time to regain full fitness, a competitive return in December seems likely.
“We’re not putting pressure on him,” Flick told the media before the international break.
“He’s progressing well. He’s improving, he’s increasing the intensity in training, but we won’t put pressure on him because the injury is considerable.
“But the way I see it, he’s on the right track. He’s fantastic. The passes he makes are incredible.”