Juli\u00e1n Araujo has moved on loan from Bournemouth to Scottish powerhouse Celtic for the remainder of the season in a bid to secure consistent playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Barcelona academy graduate could make his debut in Saturday\u2019s Old Firm Derby against Rangers, becoming just the second Mexican player in history to play for Celtic behind Efra\u00edn Ju\u00e1rez.<\/p>\n
At his introductory press conference Araujo acknowledged the weight of the move and the expectations that come with the club. “I was very excited, obviously it\u2019s a historic club,” he said. “A club where a lot of success comes. I\u2019m excited to be a part of it, I\u2019m excited to be here, help my team and hopefully bring a little bit of joy to the fans and just excited to work.<\/p>\n
“I know the demands at a club like Celtic and I am ready for these. I\u2019m looking forward to the challenges ahead and I want to play my part in bringing good times and good, winning football to our supporters.”<\/p>\n
Araujo arrives in Scotland after a difficult spell in England where he struggled for minutes. It became clear Iraola simply didn\u2019t consider him part of his plans, and that lack of playing time resulted in him failing to earn a call up from Javier Aguirre since the Gold Cup last summer. The Mexico manager has repeatedly stated that El Tri players must be getting regular minutes at their clubs to be considered for the World Cup roster.<\/p>\n
Joining Celtic also reunites Araujo with manager Wilfried Nancy, whom he knows from his time in MLS. Recent reports suggested Liga MX powerhouse Club Am\u00e9rica had interest, but Araujo prioritised a move that kept him in Europe. With Mexico having lost Rodrigo Huescas to injury in late September, Araujo now has an opportunity to stake a claim at right back as competition for places intensifies in the six months before the World Cup.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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