Julian Ryerson, born in Norway on 17 November 1997, is a 26-year-old defender who has carved out a solid career primarily as a right back. Currently, he is playing for German heavyweights Borussia Dortmund. He stands 6ft tall (1.83m) and has a commanding physical presence on the field due to his weight of 13st 7lb (86kg). He not only represents his club but has also donned the jersey for the Norway national team, further cementing his football stature.
Wearing the number 26, Ryerson's proficiency in defensive duties have been recognised by Transfermarkt, who value him at around £16.5m. His skill and reliability have been rewarded with a lengthy contract at Borussia Dortmund, set to run until 30 June 2026, indicating the club's confidence in his abilities.
Ryerson began his footballing journey with the Norwegian club Viking in 2015. After making a solitary appearance in his first season, he steadily became a cornerstone of the team, making 18 appearances in 2016 and managing to score a goal. His upward trajectory continued in 2017, where he notched up 28 appearances and three goals.
His performances caught the attention of Union Berlin; a German club where Ryerson moved in the 2018-2019 season. Over the next five seasons, he became a regular, making 87 appearances and scoring two goals. His final season at Union Berlin, the 2022-2023 season, saw him make 13 appearances before moving to Borussia Dortmund in the latter half of the season.
Ryerson has managed to carve a niche for himself at Dortmund, making 17 appearances and scoring one goal in his debut season and 21 appearances with four goals scored in the 2023-2024 season. Currently, in the 2024-2025 season, he has already made three first team appearances.
At the international level, Ryerson represented Norway in the Euro Qualifiers 2022-2024, making five starts and two appearances as a substitute. In the Nations League 2024-2025, he had two starts. Further highlighting his career, Ryerson has also featured in the prestigious Champions League, making ten starts for Borussia Dortmund in the 2023-2024 season, and one start in the ongoing 2024-2025 competition.
