Norway's national team goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland moves to one of Norway's top clubs
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Norwegian goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland has signed a contract with RB Leipzig until 2028.
- Nyland returns to the club where he previously played on loan during the 2022/23 season.
- He became a national hero for Norway during their World Cup quarter-final run, saving a penalty against Brazil.
Norwegian goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland has returned to RB Leipzig, signing a contract with the Bundesliga club that will keep him there until 2028. The 35-year-old joins as a free agent after his contract with Sevilla expired at the end of June.
Nyland is no stranger to Leipzig, having previously played for the club on loan during the 2022/23 season. His return is marked by his recent status as a national hero for Norway, following their historic run to the World Cup quarter-finals. He became a key figure in their dramatic 2-1 victory over Brazil in the round of 16 by saving a penalty from Bruno Guimarães.
When the opportunity to return to RB Leipzig arose, I didn't have to think twice.
"When the opportunity to return to RB Leipzig arose, I didn't have to think twice," Nyland stated. "I have many fond memories of the club and the people here, and I am truly looking forward to reuniting with them."
Throughout his career, Nyland has also played for clubs such as Molde, FC Ingolstadt, Aston Villa, and Reading. He has earned 76 caps for the Norwegian national team.
I have many fond memories of the club and the people here, and I am truly looking forward to reuniting with them.
Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.