The Spanish newspaper 'Sport' reported that Barcelona has decided to proceed calmly and cautiously with the return of Uruguayan defender Ronald Araújo, after he felt a positive sensation during the first training sessions with the team, following more than a month of mental distance from the competitive atmosphere.

The newspaper mentioned that Araújo returned to group training after a difficult period he experienced following the Chelsea match, during which he requested time off for reasons related to mental health. This request was met with full understanding from the club's management, which provided him with support and cooperation from the very first moment.

According to the newspaper, the Uruguayan defender adhered to a special physical program during his absence under the supervision of the club's medical staff, and he used the time to distance himself from pressures before feeling ready to return coinciding with the team's resumption of training after the Christmas holidays.

The newspaper pointed out that Araújo felt physically good during the first two training sessions, with no intention to rush his return to matches, as the player is taking it step by step according to how he feels, without ruling out his participation in the upcoming derby if he continues to improve.

The report confirmed that Barcelona's management is closely monitoring Araújo's condition and has linked any potential move in the winter transfer market to his level of readiness, with a conviction within the club not to sign a player just for the sake of signing if Araújo's return proceeds as expected.