Liverpool are close to agreeing a loan deal for Barcelona's Ronald Araujo to give them much-needed reinforcements in defence. The 27-year-old former Barcelona captain is set to become Andoni Iraola's second signing at Anfield, after winger Victor Munoz. Araujo, primarily a central defender but who can also play right-back, will help give Iraola more strength in depth in both positions.
Liverpool close to loan deal for Ronald Araujo
UKPulse Sport DeskLiverpool are close to agreeing a loan deal for Barcelona's Ronald Araujo, with an option to buy, to help solve their defensive issues.
- Liverpool are close to agreeing a loan deal for Ronald Araujo
- Araujo will help give Liverpool more strength in depth in defence
- Araujo has made 213 appearances for Barcelona
Why this matters: Liverpool's defensive issues have been highlighted by injuries to several key players, including Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni.
What this means for you: If the loan deal is completed, Liverpool fans may see Araujo in action as early as this season.