Barcelona have made no progress over a contract renewal for Ronald Araujo in the past 12 months, and while that deal appears to be going nowhere, it has opened up a route out of the club. The summer

Juventus is targeting Barcelona's defensive star Ronald Araújo as a priority signing for January, but Arsenal's interest could spark a fierce battle. With contract talks stalled, Barcelona faces a tough decision on their prized centre-back's future.

Tuttosport confirms Juventus’ negotiations with Barcelona, adding that Juventus are working on a loan deal with an option to buy. Barcelona still prefer a permanent transfer or a loan with an obligation to purchase.

After a week of rumours about a move to Juventus, Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo's future is still looking far from the Catalan city.

While Juventus’s top defensive target remains David Hancko, Araujo is seen as an attractive alternative alongside names like Antonio Silva and Kevin Danso. Juventus hopes to strengthen their squad and climb back up the Serie A table after a lackluster first half of the season under Thiago Motta.

The Spanish press are a little less excited at the moment but the latest update from Mundo Deportivo suggests that Araujo is certainly thinking about it. MD report that Araujo has told his Barcelona team-mates he is “seriously considering” a move away from the celub.

Ronald Araujo (25), recently back from injury, is set to leave FC Barcelona to join Juventus Turin during the winter transfer window. According to information from La Repubblica on Thursday, the Uruguayan international is expected to sign with the Turin club on a loan deal for the second half of the season.