Barcelona miss out on transfer target Ruud Nijstad as he signs new deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Ruud Nijstad has opted to extend his contract with FC Twente, rejecting interest from La Liga's Barcelona among others. The 18-year-old defender, who made 24 first-team appearances last season, will now stay in the Netherlands until at least June 2029. Nijstad's decision leaves Barcelona seeking alternatives as they look to strengthen their squad this summer.
- •Ruud Nijstad signs a contract with FC Twente until June 2029.
- •Barcelona showed interest in the promising defender.
- •Nijstad is considered a standout talent in the Eredivisie.
- •He made 24 appearances for Twente in the last season.
- •Barcelona will need to explore other targets this summer.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona miss out as transfer target signs new contract
"La Liga giants Barcelona have missed out on a potential summer deal for FC Twente sensation Ruud Nijstad.This comes after the youngster made the call to continue his progression in his home country of...
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