The Norwegian 28-year-old national team player Julian Ryerson has been out in the big world since he left Viking for Union Berlin in 2018. – Almost two years ago, he announced a transfer to Borussia Dortmund.
Barcelona are looking for Norwegian Borussia Dortmund star Julian Ryerson, which would initially be a fantastic opportunity. – It could still be, but not as German Sky Sport reports on the matter.
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According to Sky Sport, Julian Ryerson is not fully happy with his role under BVB coach Niko Kovač, and he struggles at times to secure enough game time. For this reason, the Norwegian can imagine a change of club this summer, and a possible stay at FC Barcelona seems tempting.
Dialogue with the player has started
The 28-year-old full-back, who has a contract with Dortmund until 2028, can be used on both the left and right wings. According to Sky Sport, there have already been preliminary talks with Ryerson and his representatives. The Norwegian is likely to consider a change of club if a good offer comes, not least because he does not have a guaranteed starting place under Kovač.
Julian Ryerson Career Highlights:
- National team debut: Ryerson made his debut for the Norwegian men’s national team in 2020.
- Transfer to a big club: He signed for Borussia Dortmund in January 2023, a transfer that confirmed his status at the top level.
- Defending champion: He has been a piece in Dortmund’s defence in the fight for the Bundesliga title, and was close to becoming German league champions in the 2022/23 season.
- Champions League Experience: With Dortmund, Ryerson has been given important game time in the Champions League, including appearances in narrow group stage matches and play-offs.
Ryerson has made over 120 appearances for Dortmund in all competitions since joining from Union Berlin for around €5 million and has recorded both goals and assists.
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Perfect profile for Barcelona
Ryerson impresses with his versatility, as he masters both the right and left-back positions. This, combined with his solid experience in German top-flight football, makes him a very attractive profile for the Catalans.
Dialogue underway – change is actualized
Sources to Sky Sport report that first talks with the player’s representatives have already taken place. Although Ryerson has a contract with Borussia Dortmund until 2028, a summer move is a real possibility.
The reason why the Norwegian is thinking about leaving Signal Iduna Park is a frustration with his role under coach Niko Kovač. Ryerson has struggled to establish himself as an inconsistent starter and wants more playing time.
Successful Dortmund career
Ryerson joined Dortmund from Union Berlin for five million euros in January 2023, and has since established himself as an important piece with over 120 appearances and seven goals for “Die Schwarzgelben”.
For FC Barcelona, Julian Ryerson represents an opportunity to strengthen the defence with an experienced and tactically mature player without having to invest fortunes. For Ryerson, a move to Camp Nou could be the career-defining step towards true stardom. But then he has to pass Jules Koundé in the priority line of manager Hansi Flick.
Barcelona leads La Liga by a good margin, while Borussia Dortmund is in 3rd place in the Bundesliga.
