Both Manchester United and Newcastle United are in the mix for Borussia Dortmund full-back Julian Ryerson, and Dortmund could put him up for sale this summer.
This is according to BILD. The German newspaper reports that Ryerson could be sacrificed by the Bundesliga club to help balance the books.
According to his information, Dortmund need to make around €27m this summer. Failing to progress beyond the Champions League play-off stage has left them with a financial hole that they need to fill.
To compensate for this loss, the club's management knows that they need to sell a top player. According to BILD, a decision has now been made.
What should happen for the sale of Ryerson?
If an interested party pays around €30 million for Ryerson, the 28-year-old will be released. His 'top performances' have attracted the attention of Barcelona, Manchester United and Newcastle United.
He has 11 assists this season, giving him 'elite status' among full backs in Europe. Only Luis Diaz and Michael Olise have better assist statistics this season. Thus, Norwegians are in high demand.
BILD says the 'King of the Cross' could boost his market value even further with Norway at the World Cup this summer. It remains to be seen whether Manchester United or Newcastle are willing to make a move before then.
where things go from here
There is no indication whether any side will be willing to pay €30 million for Ryerson this summer. Given that Dortmund are desperate to sell, both will likely want to use this to their advantage.
The player being pushed out seems like a clear attempt to market him, which gives a different dynamic to the situation.
Our opinion on the situation
There is potentially a better deal to negotiate. There are plans for squad changes at Borussia Dortmund this summer. Their Champions League failure has heightened the need for major changes.
So €30 million is a starting point, and negotiations could reduce that amount.
transfer market He is valued at €20 million on a contract running until 2028. This is its highest value, and will reach that level in 2024.
Although he is primarily a right-back, Ryerson is also capable of playing on the left, making him a versatile value signing who could benefit the team profile at both clubs.
