New Year talks planned: Liverpool have opened the door to €55m transfer

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A report claims that Ronald Araujo would prefer to return to Barcelona rather than make his move to Liverpool permanent, but the Reds’ ‘door is effectively open’ if he decides to extend his Anfield story. Araujo would only consider staying at Liverpool if he was personally told by Barcelona manager Hansi Flick that he is no longer in Barcelona’s plans for the long-term future.

According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool “have plans to hold talks with Araujo in the New Year to discuss his situation and understand how he feels about potentially remaining at Anfield.” The report states: ‘The priority at Liverpool is therefore to ensure Araujo remains settled and focused on his performances, with the club’s door effectively open should he decide that Merseyside is where he wants to continue his career. “However, speaking to sources close to Araujo’s camp, we understand the defender does not currently regard his Barcelona career as finished.

“If there is no such indication, however, we understand Araujo is expected to leave Barcelona in 2027 and look for a permanent move elsewhere, with Liverpool naturally positioned as one of the clubs who could benefit from that situation.” Liverpool should keep Araujo: He’s perfect for us It’s hard to make an argument for letting Araujo leave. He has also hired an English tutor so he now has extra lessons at home on top of those he’s having at the club.