Ruud Nijstad has commented on recent links from German outlets regarding a move to Borussia Dortmund. Nijstad stated that he cannot say anything about it yet and is able to disregard it, leaving it to his agents. He added that it is difficult at times, however, because he thinks it is nice when a big club calls.

Ruud Nijstad informed ESPN that he is uncertain about staying beyond the next season. He is contracted in Enschede until the middle of 2027.

Borussia Dortmund are interested in Ruud Nijstad, according to twenteinsite.nl. The Dutch club must decide whether to renew the defender's contract or sell him in the next summer transfer window. His market value has increased to approximately eight million euros following steady growth in recent matches.

Borussia Dortmund are tracking Ruud Nijstad, an 18-year-old centre-half from the Netherlands who plays for FC Twente, and have sent scouts to watch him repeatedly in recent weeks. Over a dozen European clubs are monitoring the player. Other German clubs, including Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig, have also sent scouts. Barcelona had previously held talks for the defender. According to sources close to the negotiations, the Catalan club was reluctant to go beyond a €10 million figure and Nijstad was unconvinced by their development plan. This has allowed other clubs to become involved. Manchester City and Chelsea are now actively working on the situation, while other English teams including Newcastle United, Tottenham, and Aston Villa have also made checks on him. The defender has 6 caps and 1 goal for the Netherlands U18 team, and has made 9 appearances and provided 1 assist in the Eredivisie this season. His contract with Twente is valid until June 2027 and he has a current market value of €700k.