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Barcelona tempted to cash-in on Ronald Araujo's €60m release clause to meet financial rules despite defender's key role under Hansi Flick

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Vissel Kobe

Barcelona

<p>According to a report from <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20250630/1002491576/semana-grande-barca-nico-williams-protagonista.html" target="_blank"><em>Mundo Deportivo</em></a>, Barcelona may consider activating Araujo’s temporary €60 million (£51m/$65m) release clause amid ongoing financial fair play pressures. The clause is active from July 1 to July 15 and allows other clubs to sign the centre-back for that fixed amount. Araujo came back from his summer break early and is going to start training this week with&nbsp;Flick before the official beginning of pre-season.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Barcelona <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/ronald-araujo-stays-barcelona-juventus-transfer-contract-extension/blt4d4bdd701e980ce1" target="_blank">extended Araujo's contract until 2031 in January</a>, including this short-term release clause. Although sporting director Deco and Flick view the Uruguayan defender as a key part of the project, financial difficulties and fair play regulations may force the club to consider offers. Arsenal and Juventus had both expressed interest in the winter transfer window, while <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-to-move-barcelona-star-ronald-araujo-one-condition-concern-game-time-despite-signing-bumper-deal/blt44647dc0e4b01d99" target="_blank">Manchester United</a>, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/liverpool-virgil-van-dijk-replacement-target-barcelona-ronald-araujo-contract-impasse/bltc2480f8b9bcfd7d8" target="_blank">Liverpool</a> and <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/bayern-munich-barcelona-vincent-kompany-65m-move-defender-shock-transfer-request/blte0b30c340a866acc" target="_blank">Bayern Munich were recently said to be eyeing him</a>. There are reports that some board members support a sale if it contributes to the club's financial stability.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Despite being sidelined by injury earlier in the season, Araujo made 25 appearances for the club in the 2024-25 season. He won La Liga, Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup with the squad.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Barcelona must navigate the July 1-15 period carefully, balancing squad needs with financial constraints. Flick expects Araujo to play a prominent role if no club triggers the €60m clause. However, offers from Premier League or Serie A sides during the release window could lead to a forced sale if financial pressures intensify.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?

Barcelona tempted to cash-in on Ronald Araujo's €60m release clause to meet financial rules despite defender's key role under Hansi Flick | Goal.com

Ronald Araujo has returned early to training under Hansi Flick, but Barcelona’s financial concerns may still force a decision on his future.

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