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Barcelona Eyes Dortmund Defender Ryerson as Backup Option

12/15/2025

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Barcelona is interested in Julian Ryerson (Borussia Dortmund defender) as a defensive addition.
Initial talks occurred between Ryerson's representatives and Barcelona, per Sky Sport Germany.
The 28-year-old Norwegian is seen as a cost-effective backup for Jules Koundé.
Ryerson is not a regular starter at Borussia Dortmund.
It remains unclear whether Barcelona will pursue him in January or next summer.

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Barcelona is interested in Julian Ryerson (Borussia Dortmund defender) as a defensive addition.
Initial talks occurred between Ryerson's representatives and Barcelona, per Sky Sport Germany.
The 28-year-old Norwegian is seen as a cost-effective backup for Jules Koundé.
Ryerson is not a regular starter at Borussia Dortmund.
It remains unclear whether Barcelona will pursue him in January or next summer.