The transfer target of Bayern Munich is unwilling to depart Barcelona in January

Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo from Barcelona expressed his reluctance to leave the current team in January, as noted by journalist Florian Plattengerg.

An insider confirms serious interest from Bayern Munich in the footballer, with the club prepared to offer a significant sum for his winter transfer. Nevertheless, Araujo himself wishes to remain with Barcelona and is even considering signing a new contract with the Blaugranas soon.

However, the Munich superclub may reconsider pursuing the defender in the summer, as the team's head coach, Thomas Tuchel, is particularly keen on having him onboard.

This season, Araujo has participated in 16 matches for Barcelona, scoring one goal. Transfermarkt evaluates the 24-year-old player at 70 million euros, with his current agreement with Barcelona extending until the summer of 2026.

Barcelona, with 38 points, currently holds the fourth position in La Liga. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich continues to chase Bayer in the Bundesliga, trailing by four points.