During the celebration of the Spanish Super Cup, Ronald Araujo's situation became one of the most talked-about topics in the FC Barcelona locker room. After the victory over Real Madrid, Robert Lewandowski didn’t hesitate to try to convince his Uruguayan teammate to stay at the club. In an emotional moment captured by Movistar+ cameras, the Polish striker firmly told Araujo: "Ronald, you have to stay," trying to persuade him to stay with the team, despite rumors of offers from other clubs.

Lewandowski, in a friendly but determined tone, insisted: "He’s staying, he’s staying now. New contract." Araujo, who had shown signs of wanting to move on, simply replied with "bro," leaving his intentions unclear. The Barcelona striker added that the best option for the defender would be to stay until the end of the season and then make a decision, assuring him that "you play here" and that time would reveal what was best for him.

Araujo, under contract until 2026, amidst rumors

Ronald Araujo, whose contract with Barcelona expires in 2026, has been at the center of several rumors about his departure, mainly due to his limited playing time this season. This issue has been heightened by an injury that kept him out for several months. However, the recent injury to Íñigo Martínez has opened the door for Araujo to get more minutes, as seen in the final of the Spanish Super Cup, when he replaced the Spaniard and played a key role in the team’s victory.

Offers from Juventus and support from Hansi Flick

Hansi Flick, the coach, has made it clear that he values Araujo, recognizing his quality as a defender and his professionalism after recovering from injury. However, the offers from Juventus, who have shown interest in signing the Uruguayan center-back, have complicated the situation. Barcelona, unwilling to sell him at a low price, hopes Araujo will make a decision soon. In the meantime, his teammates, like Lewandowski and Gavi, are continuing to push for the defender to stay and regain his place in the starting lineup.

With Araujo's future still uncertain, FC Barcelona is preparing for final talks with the player, while clubs like Juventus remain on alert, ready to present new offers. Araujo's decision in the coming days will be crucial in determining his future and that of his club, which, for now, still hopes to keep him..