Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterFour Four TwoGet the FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member features.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.You are now subscribedYour newsletter sign-up was successfulWant to add more newsletters?Five times a weekFourFourTwo DailyFantastic football content straight to your inbox! From the latest transfer news, quizzes, videos, features and interviews with the biggest names in the game, plus lots more.Signup +Once a week...And its LIVE!Sign up to our FREE live football newsletter, tracking all of the biggest games available to watch on the device of your choice. Never miss a kick-off!Signup +Join the clubGet full access to premium articles, exclusive features and a growing list of member rewards.Explore An account already exists for this email address, please log in.Subscribe to our newsletterNewcastle 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.You may likeNewcastle United face new PSR challenge as Eddie Howe reveals harsh January transfer realityManchester City poised for Tino Livramento offer, with release clause revealed: reportNewcastle United star reaches agreement for exit: reportNewcastle United look to Bundesliga for Kieran Trippier replacementThat presents two factors to consider when deciding whether to renew the veterans contract this summer, with his current deal expiring at the end of this campaign.Howe has stated recently that there has been no development on any talks over a new deal, and the fact that the Magpies are reportedly drawing up plans to bring in a new right-back suggests the direction of travel.Newcastle are intensively considering a move for Borussia Dortmund right-back Julian Ryerson, according to German outlet BILD.The 28-year-old has been a key component of the Bundesliga side since his 2023 move from Union Berlin, and can play on either flank.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Both Trippier and Livramento bring an attacking edge to the position, something that Ryerson should have no issue living up to, as he boasts 13 assists in 29 appearances in all competitions this season.Naturally, those numbers have intrigued more than just the Magpies, with the same report claiming that Manchester United are also keen.The article goes on to state a market value of 20m, which should be easily reachable for Newcastle and could represent something of a steal if the Norwegian could offer a sense of certainty for Howe at right-back.You may likeNewcastle United face new PSR challenge as Eddie Howe reveals harsh January transfer realityManchester City poised for Tino Livramento offer, with release clause revealed: reportNewcastle United star reaches agreement for exit: reportIn FourFourTwos opinion, if Ryerson really is available for anything close to 20m, then Newcastle should be accelerating their interest.As BILD state, the Premier League appears to be a huge attraction to Scandinavian players, with some of the regions best players in Erling Haaland, Alexander Isak and Martin Odegaard plying their trade in the English top tier.With that in mind, personal terms should be no issue and this should be a relatively easy deal for Newcastle to complete, should they hold off the advances of the Red Devils.Livramento is an exciting talent, but his recent injury record suggests Howe will need some support at right-back, and Ryerson looks like a promising answer to that problem.TOPICSKieran TrippierNewcastle UnitedBorussia DortmundPremier LeagueBundesligaIsaac Stacey StrongeSocial Links NavigationFreelance WriterIsaac Stacey Stronge is a freelance football writer working for FourFourTwo, Manchester United and Football League World. He has been a season ticket holder at Stockport County throughout the Hatters meteoric rise from the National League North to League One and is a die-hard Paddy Madden fan.
