"After the heavy defeat to Atletico Madrid, Hansi Flick is likely to look for a stronger and more reliable structure at the back, and Ronald Araujo may be the key to that plan. According to recent reports from SPORT, the Uruguayan defender is in line to start alongside Pau Cubarsi at Montilivi. The possibility arises because of his recent performances and the need for a more physical presence in the heart of the defence."
"Notably, that match was particularly important for the Barcelona captain. It marked his first start in more than two months after a period away from competition due to a mental health process. Since returning, he has been working to rebuild his rhythm and confidence. In training, it is said that the defender is said to be performing at a high level and is gradually approaching his best physical condition."
Barcelona are set to adjust the starting lineup for the trip to Girona, with changes expected in central defence. Ronald Araujo is in line to start alongside Pau Cubarsi at Montilivi to add a more physical presence. Araujo offered a solid spell after coming on in the heavy defeat to Atletico Madrid and had an encouraging display in the Copa del Rey tie against Albacete. That Albacete match represented his first start in over two months following a period away for a mental health process. In training, he is performing at a high level and gradually approaching his best physical condition. Flick values Araujo's strength, speed, and duel presence; pairing him with Cubarsi could allow Eric Garcia to move to right-back and cover for the absence of Jules Kounde.
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