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22.01.2024 - 17:11 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Barcelona sporting director Deco has told Manchester United to forget about an approach for Ronald Araujo should they be considering a bid.
A number of clubs have been linked with the Uruguayan star, including United, albeit tentatively. Erik ten Hag is set to search for a new centre-back this year, most likely in the summer when funds are more readily available.
Raphael Varane is due to leave the club as things stand, with his contract expiring in the summer. The Frenchman feels he is being pushed out of Old Trafford.
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Victor Lindelof seems set to stay at the club after having his one-year extension triggered, but he turns 30 in July. Harry Maguire, 31 in March, and Jonny Evans, 36, also bump up the average age of the central defence roster.
At 24, Araujo is an attractive prospect. However, should United wish to consider an approach for the defender, Deco has already given them an answer.
Speaking to reporters after Barcelona’s 4-2 win over Real Betis on Sunday, Deco, as per 90min, said "He is one of Barca's key players of the present and future.
"We are not considering selling him, we want him to be happy and this is shown on a day-to-day basis. There is nothing to talk about. The important thing is that he is here with hunger and heart."
Part of the reason for this is Barcelona’s current poor financial state. La Liga money regulations mean the club is restricted in who they can bring in amid their hefty debt, which is likely to play a factor in the summer.
That means a replacement for Araujo would be difficult to find. The centre-half is also under contract at the Nou
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