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Barcelona are putting together final preparations ahead of their UEFA Champions League semifinal second leg against Inter Milan at the San Siro on Tuesday, May 6. The tie remains evenly poised following the 3-3 draw last week at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.
Meanwhile, Manchester United have set their sights on Ronald Araujo. Elsewhere, the Catalans are interested in an Atalanta forward.
On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer stories from May 5, 2025.
Manchester United eyeing Ronald Araujo
Manchester United are planning to take Ronald Araujo to Old Trafford this summer, according to The Peoples Person via reports in Spain. The Uruguayan defender signed a new contract with Barcelona in January this year until 2031, but his future remains up in the air.
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Araujo missed the first half of the season with a hamstring injury, before returning to action at the turn of the year. He has since registered 22 appearances across competitions, 15 of which have been starts.
The Catalans have a settled center back pairing of Pau Cubarsi and Inigo Martinez, and could be open to Araujo's departure this summer. The LaLiga giants remain under financial distress and are likely to turn to player sales to address the situation.
The Uruguayan reportedly has a €65m release clause in his deal, but Barcelona could let him go for a proper fee this summer. The Red Devils have a fragile financial situation themselves. However, Manchester United are hoping to generate a cash inflow by winning the Europa League this season and securing passage to the Champions League. That could help fund a move for Araujo.
Barcelona want Ademola Lookman
Barcelona have identified Ademola Lookman as a possible alternative to Nico Williams, according to Fichajes.net (via Barca Universal). The LaLiga giants are planning to add a left-winger to their roster before the start of the new season and have their eyes on Nico Williams.
However, the Athletic Bilbao forward is likely to cost a fortune, while he also has admirers at multiple clubs across the continent. The situation has forced the Catalans to seek alternatives and Lookman has popped up on their radar.
The Nigerian forward has been quite impressive for Atalanta this season, registering 19 goals and seven assists from 38 games across competitions. Lookman is under contract with the Serie A side until 2027, but is likely to leave this summer amid a strained relationship with manager Gian Piero Gasperini.
Barcelona are keeping a close eye on his situation and are considering a move this summer. Lookman is expected to cost around €35m, which makes him cheaper than Williams.
Eliesse Ben Seghir wants Camp Nou move
Eliesse Ben Seghir has his heart set on a move to Barcelona, according to Diario Sport (via Get Football News Spain). The Moroccan forward has caught the eye with Monaco this season, registering nine goals and four assists from 44 games.
The 20-year-old already has suitors at clubs across Europe, but would prefer to move to Camp Nou instead. Ben Seghir is apparently a huge fan of Neymar and the Catalans' style of play. He is under contract with the French side until 2027, but could be on the move this summer.
