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Ørjan Nyland returns to RB Leipzig after three years away

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:35 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Ørjan Nyland returns to RB Leipzig after three years away
Summary

RB Leipzig has completed the signing of goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland, who previously played for the club before leaving three years ago. Nyland, 35, made several appearances for Leipzig in 2022 as an emergency signing due to Péter Gulácsi's injury. His return comes amid speculation that Gulácsi is nearing a move away from the club. Nyland has significant international experience, having earned over 70 caps for Norway and recently performed well at the 2026 World Cup.

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  • •RB Leipzig signs goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland from FC Ingolstadt 04.
  • •Nyland previously played for Leipzig during the 2022 season.
  • •Péter Gulácsi is reportedly close to leaving Leipzig.
  • •Nyland has over 70 caps for Norway and shone at the 2026 World Cup.
  • •Signing strengthens Leipzig's squad ahead of the upcoming season.
Latest Updates
  • 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Leipzig sign Norway goalkeeper Nyland
  • 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Official | Norway’s Ørjan Nyland returns to RB Leipzig
  • 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Norway keeper Nyland to return to Leipzig
  • 2:44 PMYahoo Sports — Return to Leipzig: Ørjan Nyland set for second spell at RB
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RB Leipzig have signed Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland on a free transfer from Sevilla, the Bundesliga club said in a statement on Tuesday. Nyland signed a contract until 2028 and this will be his second spell in Leipzig.

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Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland is set to return to Bundesliga club RB Leipzig, Sky TV reported on Sunday. Nyland is to take the place of Peter Gulacsi who is set to leave after 11 years for Spanish club Villarreal.

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RB Leipzig have officially confirmed the return of Norwegian goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland. The 35-year-old joins the Saxon club on a free transfer after his contract with Sevilla expired and has signed a ...

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