Liverpool agree loan deal for Barcelona captain Araujo

Liverpool have moved swiftly to land Barcelona's captain as defensive injuries mount.

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What happened. Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Barcelona captain Ronald Araujo on loan with an option to buy, as Andoni Iraola seeks defensive cover after injuries to Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley.

• Araujo can play centre-back and right-back, covering both positions.
• Barcelona boss Hansi Flick sanctioned the exit after Liverpool's interest.
• Araujo is set for a medical and could join as soon as this weekend.

Araujo's arrival would shore up Liverpool's defence for the rest of the season, with an option to make the move permanent.

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