According to Fabrizio Romano, the Reds have agreed to a loan deal with FC Barcelona for Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo. Ibrahima Konate did not sign a new deal and joined La Liga side Real Madrid on a free transfer, agreeing to a four-year deal. Liverpool Exits Race for Europa League WinnerIt was reported that Liverpool was interested in Aston Villa center-back Ezri Konsa before agreeing to a loan deal for Ronald Araujo. The loan deal for Araujo works for Liverpool, as AV currently values the defender around £60 million, with the Europa League-winning club taking a firm stance. Liverpool have now backed out of that bid and have brought a three-time La Liga winner on the defense.