Thomas Tuchel’s response when asked about his interest in signing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo for Bayern Munich was intriguing. Reports suggested that Tuchel and Bayern sporting director, Christoph Freund, had a telephone conversation with the Uruguayan defender in an attempt to convince him to join the German club. However, when questioned about it, Tuchel chose not to disclose much information.
During an interview with Sky Germany prior to Bayern’s Bundesliga match against Eintracht Frankfurt, Tuchel said, “I won’t comment on that in any way.” But he couldn’t resist adding a cheeky remark, accompanied by a wink, saying, “I also spoke to my mother on the phone and there was no message. We only talk about our players.”
It seems that the Bayern hierarchy has identified Araujo as the ideal addition to strengthen their defensive lines. With Barcelona facing financial constraints and struggling to comply with La Liga’s Financial Fair Play regulations, Bayern Munich’s interest in the talented defender could prompt a potential sale.
Despite already spending a significant amount on transfers, including the acquisition of center-back Kim Min-jae from Napoli, Tuchel remains determined to bolster his defensive options. In addition to Araujo, he also has other potential choices in Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano at the back.
Bayern’s recent defensive vulnerabilities were exposed in their 5-1 defeat against Frankfurt. Following such a disappointing performance, it wouldn’t be surprising if the German giants intensify their pursuit of Araujo, especially with the winter transfer window approaching.
Tuchel’s pursuit of Araujo highlights Bayern Munich’s commitment to strengthening their squad and addressing their defensive weaknesses. As they continue their quest for success in both domestic and European competitions, securing a talented defender like Araujo could prove to be a valuable asset for the reigning Bundesliga champions.
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