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Barcelona midfielder Gavi has hit out at reports of a potential departure for team-mate Ronald Araujo, insisting the centre-back has no interest in leaving the club.
Amidst reports of stalled contract talks, it was claimed that Araujo is already in place Agreed to join Juventus on loanBefore Arsenal join the race For the signing of the Uruguay international.
However, the story took a turn when it came out on Wednesday Araujo agreed to the terms of the contract extension with Barcelonawho celebrated the occasion with a 5-1 victory over Real Betis in the Copa del Rey.
Gavi, who scored in the emphatic victory, ended the speculation after the final whistle.
“A lot of journalists make up stories,” Gavi told the media. “Araujo wants to stay and I believe he will.”
Araujo’s importance to the team was then underlined Inigo Martinez was injured A win against Real Madrid in the Super Cup opened the door for him to make his first significant start of the season against Betis.
“He has a contract I think for another year and a half. So I never doubted him,” manager Hansi Flick said after the final whistle. “I don’t know, I’m just glad he’s here. I’m glad he’s here and we’ll see what the future brings.
“At the moment, he is doing well. Even today, you can see that the fans appreciate his return. And of course, the team does too. He gives us something special.”
