Barcelona draw up three-man shortlist to replace Ronald Araujo

Barcelona are preparing for a significant shake-up in defence this summer, and one of the most surprising outcomes could be the departure of Ronald Araujo.

Once seen as a key pillar of the team, the Uruguayan centre-back failed to live up to expectations last season, and now the club is weighing up potential replacements.

According to Fichajes, sporting director Deco has identified three targets to strengthen the centre-back position, namely, Marc Guehi, Cristhian Mosquera, and Antonio Silva.

The possibility of Araujo’s exit has forced Barcelona to act quickly, especially with the need to balance performance and finances. The shortlist reflects a mix of immediate impact and long-term potential.

Marc Guehi: The preferred option
At the top of the list is Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace. The English defender is one of the Premier League’s most consistent performers and is open to a new challenge.

His contract runs until 2026, but Palace could be willing to sell this summer to avoid losing him on a free later.