Ronald Araujo and 8 Others on Barcelona’s Exit List As Laporta Seeks Funds for New Signings

• Barcelona are looking to raise funds for new signings as the summer transfer window gets into its business end
• According to reports, as many as eight players, including defender Ronald Araujo, could be bidding farewell to the Catalan club
• Briefly News shines a spotlight on the list of players who might bid farewell to the La Liga powerhouse ahead of the new season

The Barcelona hierarchy is working tirelessly to ensure that the club has a transfer window far more impressive than many anticipated at the start of the summer. Despite significant financial challenges limiting their ability to spend freely on new signings, Barcelona strives to improve its squad.

The club is struggling to align its financial records with La Liga’s requirements, a task that has proven extremely challenging in recent years. Despite these financial constraints, reports from The Athletic have increasingly linked Barcelona with potential transfers for Nico Williams and Dani Olmo.

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It is rumoured that the club may offload as many as eight players this summer to finance these potential moves.

In light of this, Briefly News highlights the eight players who could be leaving Barcelona this summer.

Players who could leave Barcelona this summer transfer

Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo

The report identifies two highest-earning players who could be set for an exit this summer: the Dutch midfielder and the Uruguayan centre-back. Both are among the top earners not only at Barcelona but also in La Liga.

Reactions to the video:

Here are some responses to Araujo's top five La Liga moments.

@yoelarokeum6141:

"Great Defender."

@varunraj215:

"My man hitting against the rivals. His favourites come against Real, Athletico and Espanyol. Vamos, real Culer."

@sohamchoudhury7502:

"Our wall in defense and one of our best players. Hope he stays here forever."

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Barcelona aims to reduce its wage bill, and these two players are the most likely candidates to depart. However, their exits might be delayed as both are currently sidelined with injuries sustained earlier in the summer.

Raphinha and Vitor Roque

The Brazilian duo could also be on their way out of Catalonia this summer.

Raphinha has shown flashes of brilliance since his transfer from Leeds United, but he has yet to win over the Catalan hierarchy fully. Meanwhile, Vitor Roque, who joined from Athletico Paranaense in January, has yet to make any notable appearance with the club.

Reactions to the video:

Here are some responses to Raphinha's goals and assists for Barcelona.

@AayushKhanal:

"All the raphinha hate needs to stop fr. He is the difference maker, chance creator. Dribbles isnt always whats needed."

@fredgarbeng633:

"Barcelona should keep him, he loves Barca."

@fabricezillmer-stumpe5984:

"The goals against osasuna and Valencia were amazing."

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Clement Lenglet and Mikayil Faye

Clement Lenglet is another player who may be leaving Barcelona. The French defender is one of the club's top earners and spent the 2023/24 season on loan at Aston Villa.

Meanwhile, Mikayil Faye has been drawing interest for his performances with the Barcelona B team. Although he is expected to attend the senior squad this season, Barcelona's ongoing financial crisis might prompt them to sell the Senegalese defender instead.

Ferrari Torres and Robert Lewandowski

The attacking duo were among Barcelona's major signings when the club activated economic levers in 2022.

Under the guidance of former manager Xavi Hernández, they played a crucial role in securing the 2022/23 La Liga title. However, their performances have since declined in terms of goals and overall impact.

Data from Fotmob shows that Robert Lewandowski scored seven fewer goals last season than in his debut campaign. Discussions about his age and recent form have led to speculation about his potential departure from the club.

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Looking at Barcelona’s injury crisis

FC Barcelona has been hit with injuries to key players as the 2024/25 season approaches.

While Ronald Araujo and Frenkie de Jong are expected to return later in the campaign, Alejandro Balde and Pablo Torre have been declared fit.

Source: TUKO.co.ke