Julian Ryerson: Why United deal hinges on Noussair Mazraoui | OneFootball

Much has been written about Manchester United’s need to offload out-of-favour players such as Joshua Zirkzee and Manuel Ugarte in the summer.

Amid this, Noussair Mazraoui’s underwhelming season has gone under the radar. The 28-year-old has made just 10 Premier League starts, failing to provide genuine competition for Diogo Dalot.

As a result, United have entered the market to sign a new right-back.

Manchester United considering signing Julian Ryerson

Sky Deutschland reports that Manchester United are in the running to land Borussia Dortmund full-back Julian Ryerson.

The Norwegian has emerged as one of the most prolific creators in Germany, having registered 18 assists in 42 matches across all competitions.

It is reported that United are looking for a backup for Diogo Dalot.

Furthermore, any potential move for Ryerson to Old Trafford will allegedly only go through if Noussair Mazraoui departs.

Mazraoui joined United from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich in 2024.

Potential fee for Julian Ryerson

Meanwhile, Dortmund signed Ryerson from Union Berlin in 2023. The Norway international is under contract for at least two more years. 

It is reported that Dortmund have not set a price tag, but a fee of over €30 million (£26m) is expected in the event of a transfer.

Julian Ryerson Stats: 2025/26 Season

United should be able to afford Ryerson after securing Champions League football, but whether INEOS would want to spend that much on a player turning 29 in November remains unclear.

Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report stating that United consider themselves a “strong candidate” for Dortmund winger Karim Adeyemi, as they can offer him an opportunity to play in Europe’s premier competition next term.

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