Manchester United Have Joined The Race For This Borussia Dortmund Talent: Good Option For Carrick? | OneFootball

In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Manchester United have joined the race for Borussia Dortmund talent Julian Ryerson. It has been claimed that the Red Devils would have to compete with Barcelona in the race to land the Norwegian right-back next summer.

Ryerson’s Impressive Form In The Bundesliga

Ryerson is having a decent campaign at the German club and deserves credit for putting in a run of solid displays on the right side of their backline. The Norwegian talent has picked up 14 assists in 30 matches for Borussia Dortmund this season across all fronts.

The 28-year-old is currently among the most productive full-backs in European football. Thus, Man United would do well to get a deal over the line for him next summer.

His current contract at the Signal Iduna Park will run out in the summer of 2028, which could make it difficult for the Red Devils to sign him on a cut-price deal at the end of this season.

BERLIN, GERMANY – JANUARY 24: Julian Ryerson of Dortmund in action during the Bundesliga match between 1. FC Union Berlin and Borussia Dortmund at Stadion An der Alten Foersterei on January 24, 2026 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Is Ryerson A Good Option For Manchester United Boss Michael Carrick?

Ryerson is a solid tackler of the ball and can make the odd interception for his side inside his half. He doesn’t mind putting his foot through the ball when needed and can contribute by picking up his fair share of assists from the wide areas.

The Norwegian sensation is primarily a right-back but can also play as a left-back or as a right-winger if told to do so by his manager. However, the jury is still out on whether he can cope with the physicality and high intensity of the Premier League if the Red Devils manage to bring him to Old Trafford this summer.

We can expect Ryerson to bring more quality to Man United head coach Michael Carrick’s defence. He is more than capable of nailing down a regular first-team spot at the Mancunian club in the coming seasons.

At 28, Ryerson is enjoying his prime right now. Hence, he would be a good option for Man United to consider later this year. However, Carrick has to give him some time to settle into life in England before he can get the best out of him at the Theatre of Dreams.