Mexico defender Julian Araujo heading for Barcelona exit amid Eredivisie and La Liga interest

Julian Araujo appears to be on his way out of Barcelona as Las Palmas have shown an interest in signing the Mexico defender on loan for the 2023-24 campaign, Relevo reports.

The right-back has also been linked with Eredivisie champions Feyenoord, but the Rotterdam giants have yet to make a formal move for Araujo.

Newly promoted Las Palmas therefore appear to be sitting in pole position to land the promising youngster.

Araujo joined Barcelona from LA Galaxy in the January 2023 transfer window, but has yet to make his first-team debut at Camp Nou.

Barcelona coach Xavi preferred the likes of Ronald Araujo and Jules Kounde at right-back last season, with USMNT international Sergino Dest another option after returning from his loan spell with AC Milan.

The defender's contract with Barca runs until June 2026.

Araujo's move to Barcelona in the January window nearly fell through after a delay with the paperwork meant the Catalans failed to register him in time.

He was eventually allowed to join the Blaugrana after all on February 17 after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) overruled Fifa.

Araujo was born and raised in the USA, but has opted to represent Mexico at international level.

He made over 100 appearances in all competitions for LA Galaxy before making the move to Spain earlier this year.