JULIAN RYERSON NEWS

Could return against Hoffenheim Ryerson (illness) is questionable for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "We still have to wait and see about Julian."

Impact Ryerson could immediately be in for a return following his early exit Wednesday due to an illness, as he is once again questionable. He will join the final training session ahead of the match Saturday, testing his legs to see where he is at before the match. He will then hope to be an option, likely having to pass a fitness test.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off due to illness Ryerson was substituted at halftime after playing through circulatory problems during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Barcelona in the UCL. The defender felt unwell before the match and wa...

Impact Ryerson is questionable for Sunday's clash against Hoffenheim. The Norwegian has started regularly this season, contributing one goal and one assist in the Bundesliga while creating 12 chances and delivering 32 crosses in 12 appearances. With Dortmund dealing with multiple defensive absences, Yan Couto is a likely replacement at right-back if Ryerson is unavailable. Almugera Kabar could fill in at left-back, while Ramy Bensebaini may also shift to the left if Waldemar Anton is fully fit to return as a central defender.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starts in loss Ryerson got the start and played 45 minutes during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Ryerson was ill before Saturday's match but still played there, and now he got the start again, a good sign that he's fully fit. He couldn't play the full 90 Wednesday, with Yan Couto playing the second half. Couto could get the start for a Sunday clash with Hoffenheim as well.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sick, expected to play Ryerson is questionable for Saturday's match against Gladbach due to an illness, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "Julian has been a bit ill. But we assume that the two of them wil...

Impact Ryerson is once again dealing with an injury, as the defender has contracted an illness. However, he is expected to be fit by Saturday, probably healing up by then. He will hope to see the start if fit, as he has only missed one start this season when fit.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Ryerson (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Mainz.

Impact Ryerson is back in the starting XI for Saturday's match after passing his late fitness check. The defender was trending towards playing, and as expected, slots into the XI against Mainz.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for weekend return Ryerson (groin) is expected to be an option for Saturday's trip to Mainz, confirmed manager Nuri Sahin.

Impact Ryerson looks to be ready to make a return to the pitch after missing the last two matches with a groin injury. However, he will likely be a late call to start, pending fitness. He's started the last 11 games in a row in all competitions, collecting a goal and an assist with 22 crosses (five accurate), 11 tackles and 11 interceptions. In any case, Pascal Gross could see another appearances in the starting XI at right back, if Ryerson isn't fit to start.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Leipzig Ryerson (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Leipzig, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "Julian is out."

Impact Ryerson was unable to recover from his groin issues after going off in last Saturday's match, missing a second match in a row. This continues to be a tough loss for the club, as they are low on defensive options. That said, Nico Schlotterbeck will likely fill Ryerson's spot on the flank of the defense, with either Emre Can or Pascal Gross filling Schlotterbeck's spot in the defense.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Tuesday Ryerson (groin) is doubtful for Tuesday's DFB Pokal match against Wolfsburg, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "I don't have great hopes for Julian."

Impact Ryerson looks unlikely to feature Tuesday, most likely missing another match due to his groin issues. It will likely come down to a late fitness test, only earning a spot on the bench even if he is an option. That said, he will likely just prepare for a return when facing Leipzig on Saturday.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Off with groin injury Ryerson was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Augsburg with a groin injury.

Impact Ryerson also left mid week with a groin injury with a recurrence of the injury forcing him off in the 68th minute. The extent of Ryerson's injury should be determined ahead of next week's clash with Leipzig.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor issue Ryerson has been dealing with minor discomfort and will be questionable for Saturday's trip to Augsburg. "Julian Ryerson had some minor problems, but we hope that it will work out...

Impact After the mid week clash with Real Madrid. Ryerson will be questionable against Augsburg with an injury. He has appeared in all seven Bundesliga games, starting seven times in seven appearances while scoring and assisting once with 17 crosses (four accurate), eight clearances and nine chances created. If the defender is ruled out, then Yan Couto could see the start if ruled fit for BVB.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of season Ryerson scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) and making three interceptions during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Ryerson found the back of the net in the 62nd minute scoring Dortmund's lone goal while leading the team in shots and interceptions. The goal was the first of the season for the fullback who has combined for three shots, two chances created and two crosses over his last three Bundesliga starts.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Inks extension Ryerson has extended his contract with Dortmund, according to his club.

Impact Ryerson has a long-term future with Dortmund, as the defender just signed an extension until 2028. He has started in all seven matches this season and looks likely to hold that role throughout the remainder of his contract, as he is only 26.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Friday Ryerson assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 4-2 win against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Ryerson set up one of Karim Adeyemi's goals, but even when he's not delivering assists, the promising full-back remains a solid attacking threat. His strong two-way play and Dortmund's attacking tendencies make him a reliable fantasy option across all formats.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 30 starts in 2023/24 Ryerson recorded 30 starts and 31 appearances between the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League during the 2023/24 season, racking up four goals, one assist, 68 tackles and 44 c...

Impact When healthy and available, Ryerson was a regular for Dortmund and showcased his versatility, as he was able to play on both the right and left flanks on the defense with equal ease. The Norwegian full-back should continue to hold a prominent role for Dortmund next season.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Ryerson (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against PSG.

Impact Ryerson is back after only one game out due to an undisclosed issue, returning to his regular starting spot as expected. He should continue in the starting role moving forward, as is a regular starter, having started in seven of his last eight appearances on the team sheet.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Named to squad list Ryerson (undisclosed) is an option for Tuesday's match against PSG after making the traveling team.

Impact Ryerson could see his return to play Tuesday after picking up an undisclosed issue and missing the club's last match. This would be a huge pickup as they head into the second leg, as the defender has started in all eight UCL games he has been available for, only missing three games due to injury. He will likely face a late fitness test ahead of the match to decide his availability, hoping to be fit enough to receive the start immediately.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Ryerson (undisclosed) is unavailable for Dortmund during Saturday's match against Augsburg.

Impact Ryerson picked up an injury mid week against PSG with the severity of the injury still yet to be revealed. Marius Wolf enters the starting XI in Ryerson's absence.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Reportedly suffers injury Ryerson registered one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Paris Saint-Germain. He was injured and subbed out in the 87th minute.

Impact Ryerson, who has been Borussia Dortmund's primary right-back while healthy, will have his availability questionable going into the team's next game Saturday against FC Augsburg. If he is unavailable by then, Marius Wolf is expected to take Ryerson's place at right-back. Borussia Dortmund will have just under a week before the team plays its return leg against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Ryerson scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Bayern Munich.

Impact Ryerson scored the dagger late in the second half of Saturday's win. The defender made his return to the pitch and was excellent throughout, establishing why he is comfortably the top choice at right-back. Ryerson will continue to see major minutes during the closing stages of the Bundesliga.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Active with national team Ryerson (infection) joined up with the Norwegian national team during the break.

Impact Ryerson was active with the Norwegian national team and is now back to fitness. He was dealing with a skin infection that sidelined him for the final match before the break but he's now fit and available to return once more.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Ryerson (infection) will not be an option for Sunday's match against Frankfurt, confirmed manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Ryerson will miss another match as he deals with a skin infection. This will move things around in the starting XI again for Dortmund, with Niklas Sule set to move over to right back again, with Julian Brandt likely to move back to to the defensive midfield and Marcus Reus an option to start in the attacking midfield for Sunday.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training Tuesday Ryerson was held out of the club's final training session before Wednesday's UCL clash with PSV due to a skin infection.

Impact Ryerson looks to be in jeopardy of possibly missing the second leg of Dortmund's tilt with PSV, as he has picked up a skin infection in the build-up to the match. This could be a tough loss for the club as they head into one of their most important matches of the season to this point, as he has started in all but two matches he has been available for while already missing 10 games this campaign due to injuries. He will most likely face a late fitness test to decide his fitness for the match Wednesday, although most will lean towards him not playing with only one day to recover.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five tackles Ryerson crossed twice (one accurate), made an interception, five tackles (winning two) and a clearance during Tuesday's 1-1 draw against PSV.

Impact Ryerson was a part of the Dortmund back four that only conceded a penalty in the match, leading his side with five tackles. Ryerson has started three straight matches since returning from a knee injury, crossing five times and making 11 tackles.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Solid during return Ryerson had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 win against SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 14t...

Impact Ryerson fared relatively well during his return from a knee injury, providing a dangerous threat from Dortmund's right flank and doing well defensively with two clearances and one tackle won. Even if the defender does not return to his previous left-back position, his latest appearance indicates he can maintain a starting full-back position all the same. Ryerson will also look to get back into highly positive form, considering he logged a goal and an assist across his last four appearances pre-injury.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Freiburg Ryerson (knee) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Ryerson is finally making his return after eight straight matches on the sidelines, gaining back his role in the starting XI in his first match back. The defender should be expected to remain in a starting role from here on out after being cleared of his injury, as he has started in all but two contests he has been available in this season.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE