Manchester United will lose one of their transfer targets to Serie A giants Juventus.
The Red Devils have been active in recent transfer windows to bolster the quality of their squad.
In the summer of last year, they splashed the cash to support Erik ten Hag, who was in charge of the club during that time.
The Red Devils particularly focused on making defensive signings at the club.
Matthijs de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui and Leny Yoro arrived at the club showing that the Red Devils’ priority is to add quality to their defence.
Another player linked with a move to Old Trafford it was Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo.
However, an exclusive report from Juvefc.com It has now been claimed that Juventus have agreed personal terms to sign the Barcelona star, in a major blow to the side’s Premier League hopes.
The report claims that Araujo will become the first signing of the January transfer window for the Italian side after agreeing personal terms.
The Uruguayan defender has suffered injuries in recent history and his fitness issues have been a major concern for La Liga as a whole, but that hasn’t stopped the old woman from pursuing the centre-back.
Man United target Ronald Araujo is heading to Juventus
Juventus are determined to add defensive depth to their squad and someone like Araujo, who is known to be one of the best defenders in the world, would be a worthy signing for the Italian giants.
The player is keen to join Thiago Motta’s side, with the clubs now having to agree a transfer.
Barcelona have no objection to the player leaving the club due to his injury problems, but it remains to be seen whether they are willing to accept Juve’s demand for a loan move initially with an option to buy inserted in the agreement
Araujo may not be in form at the moment, but there is no doubting his talent and quality.
He is known for being tactically aware and his ability to defend in one-on-one situations has been impressive.
Former coach of Barcelona Xavi called the central defender a “physical wonder” and praised his leadership qualities.
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