Araujo keeps Liverpool transfer decision open until 2027

Ronald Araujo says it is “too early” to decide whether he will make his move to Liverpool permanent in 2027.

The Uruguay international joined Andoni Iraola’s side on a season-long deal before the 2026/27 campaign after falling down the pecking order under Hansi Flick at Barcelona.

Araujo’s switch to Merseyside has revived a career disrupted by injuries. He has been used at right-back under Iraola, while Jeremy Jacquet has partnered Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk in central defence.

Liverpool are reportedly considering activating the €55M purchase clause included in the original agreement, but the 27-year-old says he is not yet ready to make a decision about his future.

“I think I'm finding what I needed here, which was to play, feel important and show my level,” Araujo said.

“It's too early to talk about other things.

“I'm getting playing time, which is what I wanted, and then we'll see what happens in the future.”

Araujo has featured in all seven of Liverpool’s top-flight matches this season, starting five of them. He has also started all three of the club’s UEFA Champions League games.