BREAKING NEWS: DEAL DONE! Live from Rome, Fabrizio: A final agreement for approximately €65million, including add-ons, has been reached by Manchester agents for a star defender who is predicted to become the Premier League’s next great thing. Manchester United beat out Arsenal, chelsea and PSG to sign this magnificent player.

Manchester United are reportedly ready to pay a significant fee and offer attractive terms to sign Ronald Araujo, who appears close to leaving Barcelona.

According to today’s edition of Sport, the Uruguayan international has ‘one foot out of Barca’. While President Joan Laporta would prefer to retain the star defender, he is not optimistic about Araujo’s future at the Nou Camp.

Efforts to renew Araujo’s contract have stalled for months, leading to the possibility of his departure for a substantial fee. The Catalan media outlet states that Manchester United are willing to offer ‘significant’ money to both Barcelona and Araujo to finalize the deal.

However, United face stiff competition from Chelsea and Bayern Munich, both of whom are also prepared to make substantial offers to attract the South American defender. Among these clubs, only Bayern Munich will compete in the UEFA Champions League next season.

Regarding the transfer fee, it was reported earlier this week that £68 million would be required to secure Araujo this summer.

Manchester United’s defense has been inconsistent this season, plagued by severe injuries and a lack of consistency. Signing a proven quality center-back is crucial, and Ronald Araujo would be a top-class addition.

In your opinion, should United pay the substantial fee of £68 million to acquire him from Barcelona?