BAYERN MUNICH PLOT €65M BARCA RAID – KOMPANY TARGET COULD FORCE SHOCK EXIT AS RELEASE CLAUSE DEADLINE LOOMS
Kompany Targets Key Defender as Release Clause Deadline Nears
Bayern Munich are preparing a €65m (£55m) move for Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo, with the Uruguayan center-back potentially handing in a transfer request if the Catalan club block his exit.
The 25-year-old, who has a €100m release clause, is seen as Vincent Kompany’s top defensive target to rebuild Bayern’s backline after their disastrous Bundesliga campaign. However, reports suggest Barcelona may accept a lower fee before June 30 due to financial pressures—setting up a tense deadline battle.
Why Araújo is Bayern’s Priority
✔ Elite Physicality – Dominant in duels (80% success rate)
⚡ Blistering Recovery Pace – Fixes Bayern’s high-line issues
🏆 Winning Mentality – La Liga & Copa del Rey winner
Barcelona’s Financial Dilemma
💰 Must sell before June 30 to balance books
⚠️ Reluctant but €65m could force deal
🔵 Cubarsí & Christensen ready to step up
The Transfer Request Threat
🗣 Araújo’s camp hints at pushing for exit if Bayern bid
⏳ Release clause drops to €80m in July – Bayern want discount now
🇩🇪 Player open to Kompany’s project
What’s Next?
Bayern to submit bid this week
Barca’s response will dictate Araújo’s stance
Decision needed before clause changes
Will Bayern land their defensive pillar? Or will Barca dig in?
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