Ruud Nijstad, the midfielder who excites Deco

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06/09/26 16:15:00

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Ruud Nijstad, a Dutch central defender 18 years old, is back on Barcelona's transfer radar this transfer window. The club has resumed contacts with FC Twente in recent days to assess his potential signing. This move comes after the departure of Álvaro Cortés, with Barça looking for a left-footed central defender.

Ruud Nijstad, an option that Barcelona had already studied

Nijstad's name is not new to the sports management. Deco and his team had been closely following the defender and had even been in contact with his circle, before Twente halted the potential deal by demanding an amount close to 8 million euros.

Now, the scenario has changed due to Barcelona's need to incorporate a specific profile: a young left-footed central defender with room to grow within the club's structure. Cortés' departure to Royal Antwerp has opened up the opportunity to revisit an avenue that the club had already been monitoring.

Nijstad is under contract with Twente until June 2029, having renewed his link last June amid interest from several European clubs. This move by the Dutch club strengthened its negotiating position, indicating its intention to retain the player.

The defender stands tall at 1.95 meters, is left-footed, and has already gained experience with Twente's first team. Since his debut in 2025, he has played official matches with the Enschede team, and his market value currently ranges around 8-10 million euros, according to various estimations.

Twente once again closes the door on Barcelona

The main obstacle for Barcelona lies in Twente's stance. The Dutch club is not considering facilitating Nijstad's departure at this stage of the market and has already communicated its rejection of Barcelona's interest. Therefore, a new proposal does not guarantee a breakthrough in the situation.

Coach John van den Brom has also addressed the impact of the news regarding Barça's interest. The coach believes that media exposure can affect an 18-year-old player, especially during a season when the player is increasing his involvement with the first team.

Nijstad's own stance is also significant. The defender chose to remain at Twente this summer because he feels he still needs to play and develop before making the leap to a club like Barcelona. In July, he explained that he did not see a move to the Barcelona first team as the most suitable scenario for his progression.

Nevertheless, Barça has inquired again about his conditions and does not rule out making a final attempt before the market closes. Cortés' exit has revived an option that Deco was already familiar with and aligns with the search for a left-footed central defender.

The timeframe is tight: with the market nearing its final days, Barcelona must decide whether to turn the contact into a formal offer. For now, Twente maintains its refusal, but Ruud Nijstad reemerges as one of the options that Barcelona may try to secure before the transfer window closes.

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