Liverpool sign Ronald Araujo on season-long loan from Barcelona

pLiverpool have announced an agreement to sign Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on loan from Barcelona for the 2026-27 season as the club strengthens its defensive options ahead of the new campaign./ppThe Premier League club said the move is subject to a successful work permit application and international clearance. Araujo arrives at Anfield after making more than 200 appearances for Barcelona./ppThe 27-year-old has won three La Liga titles since joining Barcelona in 2018 and has also served as club captain. He will wear the No.33 shirt during his spell with Liverpool./ppAraujo adds immediate depth to the back line thanks to his ability to play at centre-back and right-back, giving the coaching staff greater flexibility across a demanding domestic and European season./p