Araujo excited to play alongside 'role model' Van Dijk

Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo is eager to partner with Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk, calling him a role model.

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What happened. Ronald Araujo has expressed his excitement about the possibility of playing alongside Virgil van Dijk at Liverpool, describing the Dutchman as a role model.

• Araujo praised Van Dijk's qualities and leadership.
• The comments fuel speculation over a potential move to Anfield.

“I can’t wait to play alongside Virgil van Dijk, he is a role model for me.”

— Ronald Araujo

The comments will intensify transfer speculation linking Araujo with a move to Liverpool.

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