Barcelona may have secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano to reclaim the top spot in La Liga, but tensions are reportedly brewing behind the scenes. According to Spanish outlet El Nacional, Uruguayan defender Ronald AraΓΊjo was left frustrated after being left out of the starting lineup by coach Hansi Flick.
AraΓΊjo, who recently extended his contract with the club, was surprised when Flick opted for the defensive pairing of Pau CubarsΓ and IΓ±igo MartΓnez instead. His frustration grew even further when, despite a second-half substitution, Flick chose to bring on Eric GarcΓa rather than him. This decision has reportedly led AraΓΊjo to question his role in Flickβs plans, making him feel sidelined despite his commitment to the club.
The situation appears to have escalated, with AraΓΊjo now considering his future at Barcelona. The defender reportedly feels that Flickβs tactical approach does not align with his strengths, leading him to contemplate a potential exit in search of regular playing time.
This internal unrest raises concerns for Barcelona, especially with AraΓΊjo being a key figure in the squad. If tensions continue to rise, the Catalan club may face another major decision regarding a player who was once considered untouchable in their defense.
