

The defender's availability for the Anfield clash is in question, with the reason still unclear.

A season-long loan is starting to look like a long-term plan at Anfield.

The Barcelona loanee has impressed at Anfield, but FSG's reluctance to buy loanees could block a £50m move.

Barcelona's massive debt might make Ronald Araujo available, and Liverpool are reportedly watching.

Liverpool's reported interest in Ronald Araujo may have quietly put them level with their rivals in the race.