According to Spanish outlet SPORT, Manchester United are interested in signing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo in the summer. The English club are even ready to double the player’s salary to lure him away to Old Trafford.
Ronald Araujo is a complete defender
Ronald Araujo came to Barcelona in the summer of 2018 from Boston River. Impressed by his performance, the club promoted him to the senior squad in the 2020-21 season. Since then, he has been rock solid in the backline and has established himself as one of the best defenders in the world.
Araujo did a good job this season as well apart from committing a horrible mistake against PSG in the Champions League. He featured in 37 games, netting once and providing two assists. He averaged 1.1 tackles, 0.6 interceptions, and 2.5 clearances per game (stats via whoscored).
The Uruguayan defender is versatile enough to play as a centre-back or as a right-back. He is a tough defender to dribble because of his speed, strength, and big reach. He is comfortable at building attacks from the back and also marks his aerial presence.
Manchester United can pull a deal for Ronald Araujo
Manchester United are looking for a quality defender to bolster the defensive unit. They have lost Raphael Varane as a free agent. On the other hand, the future of Victor Lindelof and Harry Maguire is uncertain at the club.
Hence, the Red Devils are keen on acquiring the services of Ronald Araujo, who has been linked to a move away from Camp Nou. The 25-year-old has already proven his stakes at the highest level and is one of the best defenders across the globe at present.
Araujo’s arrival will help United in a great way as he can keep things tight at the back. He is a leader and has all the traits to succeed in the English league. However, the Spanish outfit will try their best to keep a hold on the hot property.
