Barcelona considering move for 21-year-old Mexican right-back – Fabrizio Romano

Barcelona are finalising the loan of Sergino Dest to AC Milan with an option to buy for €20 million. After this, they would be left with just Sergi Roberto as the natural right-back cover in the senior team, which is a huge cause of concern.

With little under 36 hours remaining in the window, Barcelona are considering moves for a new right-back. One of the names on the table, according to Fabrizio Romano, is LA Galaxy right-back, Julian Araujo.

This comes on the back of three Europe-based players dismissed by the club. Juan Foyth was considered the top choice, but he picked up a lengthy injury, pretty much ruling him out as an option.

Thomas Meunier was also being discussed, but the move is complicated for two reasons. One, the entire financial package – salary, plus fee is unaffordable for Barcelona. Secondly, the Borussia Dortmund do not have enough time to sort out a replacement.

Hector Bellerin seemed like the third choice, but his name did not even make it out of the gates, with the look fo things.