Juventus consider increase on Araujo offer after Arsenal interest | OneFootball

Juventus are considering increasing their opening offer for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo after reports of rival interest from Premier League side Arsenal, according to reports in Spain.

Reports on Friday claim that Barcelona have turned down an initial offer of €35m from Juve for the Uruguay international. The Catalan club are reportedly pushing for a fee of more than double Juve’s offer, in the region of €70m-€80m according to updates from Spanish outlet Marca.

Saturday’s report claims that the Bianconeri are considering increasing their offer to the €50m mark in order to secure a deal for the 25-year-old centre-back.

Juventus still exploring Araujo and other defensive options

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JULY 06: Ronald Araujo of Uruguay lines up prior to the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 quarterfinal match between Uruguay and Brazil at Allegiant Stadium on July 06, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)

Juventus still have other options on the transfer market when it comes to defensive additions, though.

A long list of centre-backs have been linked with a move to the Allianz Stadium following the long-term injuries to Bremer and Juan Cabal. Antonio Silva of Benfica still remains an option, while Axel Disasi of Chelsea could be available on loan this month.