Barcelona seeks to sign Nijstad, but considers four young alternatives

At Barcelona's headquarters, officials confirm that Ruud Nijstad is the main target to strengthen the centre of defence, although Twente demands €20 million for the player, a fee that the board considers high and the negotiation is still in preliminary stages and the club is already analysing other options.

Barcelona is looking for a centre‑back in the market.

The priority is to sign Nijstad.

Twente asks for €20 million for Nijstad.

The amount displeases the blaugrana structure.

The club is considering alternatives.

Diario Sport lists four names on the roster.

Developments may arise in the next window.

The players examined are Vitor Reis, Arthur Dias, Youri Baas and Finn Jeltsch.

Other options analysed

Vitor Reis belongs to Manchester City.

The English club has not prioritised him yet.

They may grant him a loan.

Reis has already played four matches this season.

He scored one goal.

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Arthur Dias is also a promising young Brazilian.

Dias is part of Athletico Paranaense.

He is a key player in the team.

Negotiating with Coritiba may be complicated.

In 2026, Dias has 41 challenges and one attempt.

Youri Baas shares the league with Nijstad, representing Ajax.

He was an undisputed starter in Amsterdam in 2024.

This season, Baas has 17 games.

He scored two goals.

He provided one assist.

Finn Jeltsch is already known to Barcelona's scouts.

He is linked to a possible move to Camp Nou and Real Madrid.

Jeltsch wears the Stuttgart shirt.

He has 12 appearances.

He recorded one assist.

The blaugrana are seeking the best deal.

They do not want to make a high investment.

They recognise that all are young prospects.

This could raise the valuation of the players.