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Araujo's Mental Block: Chelsea Red Card Haunts Barcelona Star
30 Nov
Summary
- Araujo's absence stems from a mental blockade after a costly red card.
- The player is more affected by the Chelsea incident than previous errors.
- Araujo is expected to miss the Atletico Madrid match and return Saturday.
Barcelona faces a significant challenge as key defender Ronald Araujo is set to miss their upcoming match against Atletico Madrid. While initially reported as a stomach virus, reports suggest the Uruguayan star is also suffering from a mental blockade following a costly red card in a recent game. This psychological impact is said to be deeper than previous errors that led to the team's elimination.
The club's coaching staff has recommended that Araujo take time off to recover both physically and mentally. His return is tentatively scheduled for the weekend clash against Real Betis, leaving a void in the defense for the Atletico fixture. Gerard Martin covered for Araujo in the previous match.
In Araujo's potential absence, Hansi Flick's side is expected to field Eric Garcia in central defense alongside Jules Kounde at right-back against Atletico Madrid. The team aims to solidify its recovery and secure points, but will need to adapt to this significant defensive reshuffle.
