Liverpool confirm Araujo loan from Barcelona

Liverpool have sealed a season-long loan for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo, with an option to buy.

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What happened. Liverpool have confirmed the signing of Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan, with an option to buy for £47.14m (€55m).

• No loan fee, Liverpool cover full salary
• Araujo takes pay cut to facilitate move
• He will wear the No 33 shirt

“I can't wait to get started. I'm very, very happy.”

— Ronald Araujo

Araujo adds depth to Liverpool's defence after Konate's exit and fitness concerns.

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