The structure of the deal for Ronald Araujo reflects Liverpool's need to solve an immediate problem rather than make a long-term commitment - at this stage. They wanted a defender who could operate both at centre-back and right-back, and Araujo's versatility and physical profile made him an attractive option. Conor Bradley, Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni are all injured, while new signing Jeremy Jacquet has yet to feature in pre-season. Jacquet, Leoni, Mor Talla Ndiaye and Ifeanyi Ndukwe are all emerging players in the position. But Araujo, with his strength, pace and experience at one of Europe's top clubs, was viewed as a player capable of helping Liverpool through that period.