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Barcelona's Araújo Takes Indefinite Leave for Mental Health

12/2/2025

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Ronald Araújo, a Barcelona defender, has been granted indefinite leave to address mental health issues.
He requested leave after red card in a 3-0 loss to Chelsea on Nov. 25.
Initially, his absence was attributed to a stomach virus.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick confirmed Araújo is dealing with private matters.
Laporta expressed support for Araújo and said he is not solely responsible for the team's struggles, as the club leads LaLiga.

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Ronald Araújo, a Barcelona defender, has been granted indefinite leave to address mental health issues.
He requested leave after red card in a 3-0 loss to Chelsea on Nov. 25.
Initially, his absence was attributed to a stomach virus.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick confirmed Araújo is dealing with private matters.
Laporta expressed support for Araújo and said he is not solely responsible for the team's struggles, as the club leads LaLiga.