Overview

• Tottenham have held early-stage discussions with Barcelona for the 26-year-old Uruguayan centre-back but have yet to submit a formal offer
• Araujo signed a contract extension through 2031 in January yet featured just 12 La Liga starts last season and could be available for the right fee
• Spurs’ return to Champions League football has driven a recruitment push to address the defensive frailties that saw them concede 65 goals in 38 matches
• Thomas Frank views Araujo’s physicality and distribution skills as key traits for his backline, even as the defender seeks to overcome recent injury setbacks
• Barcelona, facing financial pressures, are open to negotiating but will demand a substantial transfer fee and could hold firm if terms fall short