Liverpool complete shock Ronald Araujo loan deal with buy option; Rodri chase goes on

Liverpool have agreed a stunning deal to bring Ronald Araujo in from Barcelona, with the centre-back joining on loan and the Reds holding an option to make the move permanent. insider has confirmed the transfer as a done deal, saying Liverpool had been tracking Araujo for several windows. Barcelona had previously refused to let him leave, but director Deco eventually gave the green light on condition that any loan covered Araujo's full salary. Liverpool have accepted that arrangement and will pay around €11m net, with a buy option included that is not mandatory. Romano also explained what the move means for Barcelona, who will clear a significant salary from their books. That financial relief keeps them in an active pursuit of Rodri. Man City rejected their first offer of €45m plus €5m, but Romano says a new proposal is coming and the expectation remains positive, with the player and both clubs still working toward a deal. Araujo's departure could also force Barcelona back into the defender market. That may have consequences for Cristian Romero, who has been under consideration at Barcelona and is also wanted by Atletico Madrid and Arsenal.