Arsenal are prepared to challenge Juventus for the signature of Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo, reports Mundo Deportivo. The Gunners willing to make a move for the 25-year-old Uruguay international in this transfer window, hoping to persuade the Blaugrana to part ways with a significant offer. An approach is reported to have already been made by the Bianconeri of an initial loan deal which includes an obligation to be made permanent, and the LaLiga club are willing to do a deal if he says that he has no plans to sign a contract extension.

The 23-year-old Ronald Araújo has been lacking in playing time this season. The Uruguayan international was a key player for Barcelona last season. Ronald Araújo played 37 games for Barcelona and was once the team's captain.