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Manchester United and Newcastle are both keen on signing this Bundesliga powerhouse target.
The two Premier League sides are looking to bolster their options at the end of the season and the Norwegian international has appeared on both their radars. They join Barcelona in the race for Ryerson, who has been turning heads at a rapid pace with his performances in Germany.
The 28-year-old currently plays for Borussia Dortmund and is under contract until 2028. However, this summer could mark a new chapter in his career, as multiple clubs are after his signature.
Man United and Newcastle both keen on Dortmund’s Julian Ryerson
According to Bild, Man United and Newcastle are both ‘seriously interested’ in signing Ryerson this summer. His performances this season have made him ‘more and more sought after with every game’, and now it boils down to who will be successful in luring him away from Dortmund.
Dubbed the ‘assist king’ by Sport Witness, Ryerson has impressed with more than just his defensive displays. The right-back has notched 13 assists in all competitions this season, which is a statistic that has naturally made him a very attractive target for the summer.
The 28-year-old has missed just two Bundesliga games this season and he’s currently on fire in terms of form. BVB are unbeaten in the league since October and during the last three games Ryerson has played, he has provided six assists.
Last time out, Dortmund beat Mainz 4-0 and Ryerson provided the assist for all four goals.
His versatility also makes him an attractive target. While his preferred position is on the right of the defence, he can also play centrally and on the left. Ryerson has been described as a ‘robust and exemplary fighter, who pushes himself to the limit in every game’.
What puts the icing on the cake for Premier League clubs though, is that Ryerson is currently valued at a reported €20 million (£17m), which is certainly an affordable amount for both Man United and Newcastle this summer.
While other targets will likely command much bigger fees, signing an effective and versatile full-back for a low fee by Premier League standards will be a hard for clubs not to pursue.
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