Chelsea are considering a move for an “exceptional” La Liga star in the summer transfer window, with Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr a huge admirer of the player in question.
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The Blues have endured a hugely disappointing season and came into the season with high hopes that they could shine under Mauricio Pochettino. Instead, they have repeatedly flattered themselves to deceive and a mid-table finish in the Premier League now looks very likely.
For things to improve in the future, new signings are needed in the summer window as so many new additions, from Moises Caicedo to Nicolas Jackson, fail to set the world abuzz.
Chelsea are believed to be seeking reinforcements in wide attacking areas as so many players are struggling there, including Mykhailo Mudryk and Raheem Sterling, and reliable journalist Simon Phillips has claimed that up to four new signings are being targeted in that area.
Reinforcements are also expected in defense, not least because Thiago Silva is now close to his 40th birthday. RB Leipzig star Castello Lukeba is considered a target for the Blues. Before the weekend, he had completed 91.9% of his passes in 28 Bundesliga appearances this season, which underlines his quality on the ball. The youngster is also seen as an upgrade for Benoit Badiashile, who has disappointed during his time at Stamford Bridge.
According to a new update from transfer reporter Graeme Bailey, Chelsea are interested in signing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo this summer, but they are not alone. Manchester United are also believed to be interested in signing the Uruguayan and contact has already been made with his agents.
The report states that the two clubs have “requested to be kept updated on his further situation” as his current contract expires in 2026, meaning Barca are in no great rush to sell him. They have “already spoken to his agents about new terms,” while German giants Bayern Munich are “reportedly still interested in the Uruguayan star.”
Although he endured a nightmare in Barcelona’s recent Champions League exit against Paris Saint-Germain when he was sent off in the second leg of the quarter-finals after a defensive lapse, Araujo could be a fantastic signing from Chelsea this summer.
Vinicius Jr. is one of the best players in the world, and the Brazilian superstar recently gave special praise to the 25-year-old, saying of him: “It has to be Araujo who defended me the best. He is very good and very strong, that’s why he plays for Barca.”
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Manager Xavi has also raved about him in the past, as the defender has previously shown his commitment to the team by making himself available when he wasn’t necessarily fully fit.
After a game against Valencia he said: “Araujo was spectacular. I asked him.” [to play] because we needed him.
His match was exceptional.
At the age of 25, Chelsea could snap up Araujo as he enters the peak years of his career, and he is arguably one of La Liga’s standout defenders at the moment, averaging 2.7 saves and 2.4 aerial duels won per game in the league this season Season. ranks well ahead of his teammates. However, the competition will be fierce so it won’t be easy for the west Londoners to get their man.