It has been widely reported that Ronald Araujo will not be leaving Barcelona this month, and instead, he will sign a new contract. The Uruguayan defender had been desperate to leave as soon as

Araujo's existing deal with Barcelona is due to expire in June 2026, and there has recently been widespread speculation surrounding his future, with Juventus said to be desperate to sign him during the January transfer window. Arsenal are also believed to have been keeping a close eye on the situation surrounding the Uruguay international.

Barcelona will return to action on Wednesday, January 15, when they host Real Betis at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in LaLiga. Hansi Flick's team arrive at the game in fine spirits following their Supercopa de Espana triumph over Real Madrid on Sunday, January 12.