The €55m clause Liverpool cannot ignore if they want to secure their new defensive rock

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Whether he is locking down the right side of the pitch or sliding smoothly into central defence, he has brought an aggression and personality that Anfield has quietly been craving. It took Iraola a couple of games to realise he belonged in the starting lineup at right-back, but once Araujo settled into his position, his place became untouchable.

His early showing against Ipswich also underlined just how quickly he has adapted to the unique physical demands of English football. “I mentioned on a podcast that Liverpool didn’t have a buy option for Ronald Araujo.

Romano added that if Liverpool want to keep him long-term, fresh talks would ultimately be needed with Barcelona, though the player’s healthy relationship with his parent club leaves the door open. Araujo has certainly earned his spot, but Liverpool will naturally want a larger sample size over the autumn and winter before turning a promising loan into a major financial commitment.