Barcelona club renews contracts for key players Pedri, Araujo, Martin

FC Barcelona has recently made significant strides in renewing contracts for key players, including Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo, who extended his contract until 2031, and young defender Gerard Martin, renewed until 2028. Pedri is also set to sign a new contract today, extending his stay at the club until 2030, aligning his contract duration with potential future renewals for other talents like Gavi. Meanwhile, the club is progressing with plans to expedite renovations at the Spotify Camp Nou, aiming for a return by May, potentially coinciding with a match against Real Madrid. However, Barcelona faces challenges in retaining academy talent amid interest from clubs abroad, as seen with Pau Prim, who is considering lucrative offers from Al Sadd and Al Qadisiyah, and Unai Hernandez’s move to Al Ittihad. Additionally, Alex Valle is set to change clubs midseason, moving from Celtic to Como in Italy after gaining valuable experience. Overall, while Barcelona is successfully renewing contracts for its star players, it must navigate the complexities of retaining its emerging talent amidst external offers.