Barcelona draw up 4-man Ruud Nijstad alternative shortlist
Barcelona have drawn up four alternatives to first-choice January defensive target Ruud Nijstad as FC Twente’s asking price remains an obstacle.
After an injury-hit start to the campaign, Barcelona are working to strengthen the heart of Hansi Flick’s defence for the second half of the season. Deco and the club’s hierarchy are preparing for different scenarios when the January transfer window opens.
Their preferred target is Nijstad, the 18-year-old defender playing in his native Netherlands for FC Twente. However, Barcelona’s decision-makers currently consider Twente’s financial demands excessive for a player of his age.
That has prompted the club to identify other options. According to Diario Sport, four players feature on the alternative shortlist.
Barcelona’s reported alternatives
- Youri Baas Ajax
- Vitor Reis Manchester City
- Arthur Dias Athletico Paranaense
- Finn Jeltsch Stuttgart
