In recent months, Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo has been linked with a move away from the club.
The defender’s contract ends in the summer of 2023, and the Spanish giants have not been able to agree on an extension with him just yet.
According to a report from Sport, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has held a meeting with the players representative Edmundo Kabchi regarding a potential summer move.
Manchester City could definitely use more depth and quality at the back, and the Uruguayan defender would be an excellent long term acquisition.
Araujo has done well in the Spanish league with Barcelona, and he has the potential to succeed in the Premier League.
Working with a world-class manager like Pep Guardiola could help the youngster improve further and fulfil his tremendous potential.
Given his current contract situation, the player is likely to cost a reasonable amount of money, and Manchester City should have no problems financing the deal.
It remains to be seen whether Barcelona can convince the player to sign a new contract with them in the coming months now.
The Spanish outfit are going through a financial crisis, and they have lost key players like Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann this season.
They are already vulnerable at the back, and losing Araujo would be a damaging blow for them.
The report from Sport adds that the young defender from Uruguay is one of the lowest-paid first team members, and he wants a significant pay rise before committing to a new contract.
The player wants to earn as much as Ferran Torres, Pedri and Ansu Fati.
