FC Barcelona were handed a huge boost as multiple reliable sources confirmed that Ronald Araujo had decided to stay put at the club after having seriously considered leaving for

Araujo's existing deal with Barcelona is due to expire in June 2026, and there has recently been widespread speculation surrounding his future, with Juventus said to be desperate to sign him during the January transfer window. Arsenal are also believed to have been keeping a close eye on the situation surrounding the Uruguay international.

Barcelona will return to action on Wednesday, January 15, when they host Real Betis at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in LaLiga. Hansi Flick's team arrive at the game in fine spirits following their Supercopa de Espana triumph over Real Madrid on Sunday, January 12.

Everything is coming up Barcelona over the last week, with Dani Olmo and Pau Victor receiving temporary permission to return to action, followed by wins over Athletic Club and Real Madrid in the

Barcelona have forced Juventus to throw the towel in during their transfer negotiations over Ronald Araujo, concluding a major U-turn over the future of the Uruguay international defender.

Barcelona will decide whether to allow Ronald Araujo to leave the club or keep him until at least the end of the season.

It appeared likely that Barcelona would be forced into talks with Juventus for central defender Ronald Araujo, but Sporting Director Deco appears to have turned the situation around following talks