Bournemouth defender Julian Araujo is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on the thigh injury he suffered during the club's pre-season training camp in Austria.
The Mexico international was forced off during Bournemouth's opening friendly against St. Pauli, and further medical assessments confirmed surgery was required. The operation has been successful, but Araujo is now expected to miss the coming months under head coach Marco Rose.
Injury adds to difficult Bournemouth spell
The setback continues a frustrating period for Araujo since joining Bournemouth from Barcelona in 2024.
The 24-year-old struggled to establish himself in the first team before spending the second half of last season on loan at Celtic. Although he impressed in Scotland, his spell was also cut short by injury, forcing an early return to the south coast for treatment.
Araujo has made 14 appearances in all competitions for Bournemouth since arriving from Spain.
Bournemouth reshaping right-back options
The injury comes as Bournemouth continue strengthening their defensive options.
The Cherries are closing in on the signing of Sevilla right-back Juanlu, a move that is expected to increase competition on the right side of defence. Araujo had already faced an uncertain future this summer, with reports suggesting Bournemouth were open to reshaping the position before his latest setback.
His injury is now likely to delay any decisions regarding his long-term future until he has completed his rehabilitation.
Key Points
- Julian Araujo has undergone surgery on a thigh injury.
- The Bournemouth defender is expected to miss several months.
- He was injured during the pre-season friendly against St. Pauli.
- Araujo spent the second half of last season on loan at Celtic.
- Bournemouth are close to signing Sevilla defender Juanlu.
What's next?
Araujo will begin his rehabilitation programme while Bournemouth continue preparations for the new Premier League season. The expected arrival of Juanlu should provide Marco Rose with additional cover at right-back while the Mexican works towards his return.
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