#julian-ryerson

#julian-ryerson

Newcastle United may have to consider a refresh in their right-back department as the summer transfer window nears. Eddie Howe has had to rely heavily on Kieran Trippier in that full-back position with Tino Livramento sidelined on more than one occasion this season. That in itself has not been ideal, though, with the Bury-born defender now 35 years old and also not the most reliable from an injury perspective.

The Blaugrana are understood to be in the market for a reliable and cost-effective right-back as backup for Jules Kounde for next season. In fact, as per the report, Barcelona have already held opening talks with Ryerson's camp, with the right-back understood to be open to a summer transfer. Nothing is concrete or advanced at this point, though, but there appears to be interest from both parties to make the move happen.

Sunderland are interested in signing Borussia Dortmund defender Julian Ryerson during the summer transfer window. The 27-year-old defender has a contract with the German club until 2028.