Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo has traveled to Tel Aviv on a “spiritual journey” to aid his physical and mental recovery after a difficult period at Barcelona.
Since receiving a red card in the Champions League match against Chelsea, Araujo has distanced himself from Barcelona at his own request due to what he called “psychological issues.”
According to the newspaper Sport, Barcelona granted Araujo special permission to travel to Israel in search of peace and mental clarity as he tries to reset his mental state before the second half of the season.
This trip is not just for relaxation; it is a crucial element in his recovery program. Araujo, a deeply religious man, felt the need to disconnect from the negative noise surrounding Barcelona and wants to visit holy sites and find renewed strength through them.
Barcelona welcomed any steps that could help Araujo regain his mental fitness before the Chelsea match, but did not specify a timeframe for his return to training with Hansi Flick’s squad.
Spanish media had previously reported that Araujo’s mental health issues might lead to his departure from Barcelona in January, and this trip could be his last attempt to salvage the situation.
