Real Madrid look set to snap up Dean Huijsen, the 20-year-old defender who has had Europe’s top clubs lining up for his signature.
While Premier League giants were circling, the Spanish champions have acted fast — and it seems they’ve crossed the finish line first.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims that Huijsen’s camp has landed in Madrid to put pen to paper. A five-year contract is on the table, with the £50 million release clause to be paid in three chunks.
Bournemouth, who brought him in just last summer from Juventus, will pocket a tidy profit. Not bad for a player who hasn’t even hit his peak.
Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea all wanted him. Even Bayern Munich had him on their radar. But Huijsen seems to have chosen sunshine, silverware, and the Santiago Bernabeu.
“Madrid is a big team, and every player wants to play as much as possible,” Huijsen said when asked recently about a potential move.
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It’s a blow for Liverpool, who were rumored to be very keen on Huijsen as they consider reshaping their backline. But as they say, if you come at the king, you best not miss — and Real Madrid rarely do when they really want someone.
This move also fits perfectly with Madrid’s bigger picture. With the new FIFA Club World Cup coming up, worth over £96 million in prize money, the Spanish giants are bolstering their squad.
The tournament may only need seven wins, but Real don’t want to take any chances. They want Huijsen ready to roll. Let’s be honest — when Madrid knock, it’s hard to say no. The club had been tracking Huijsen for years.
Now, after a standout Premier League season with Bournemouth — 34 games, three goals, and one assist — they’ve made their move.
They’ll pay Juventus and Málaga a slice of the fee too, thanks to the usual training compensation rules.
For Bournemouth, it’s a tough pill to swallow but also a testament to their growing reputation. For Huijsen? It’s his big leap. And for Madrid? Another young piece in their ever-evolving puzzle.
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