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Dean Huijsen Expresses Desire to Join Real Madrid
Dean Huijsen has openly stated his eagerness to make a summer transfer to Real Madrid, a move that has been the focus of ongoing rumors and speculation.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Real Madrid’s efforts to secure Huijsen’s transfer are proving challenging. Reports indicate that AFC Bournemouth is driving a hard bargain, seeking a very high fee for their talented center-back. Bournemouth is obviously trying to get the highest possible fee, potentially higher than Huijsen’s buyout clause, which ranges between £50-60 million depending on sources. Real Madrid, however, would ideally prefer a negotiated deal with add-ons or player exchanges to reduce upfront costs.
Despite the complications, Huijsen himself has expressed interest in joining Los Blancos. The 19-year-old defender, who is regarded as one of the brightest young defensive talents in Europe, has reportedly shared his ambition with friends and publicly admitted his pride over the links with the Spanish club.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Huijsen has become a crucial player for Bournemouth since joining the club from Juventus. However, reports suggest his playing time has been restricted lately, possibly in anticipation of his departure. The defender did not feature in Bournemouth’s recent 3-1 loss to Crystal Palace—a match that marked their continued dip in form in the Premier League.
When asked about his limited involvement, Huijsen skirted around the issue, saying, “I don’t know, I’ve got nothing to say about it. You have to ask the coach about it because there are other players who can play as well.” His statement neither confirmed nor denied speculation that his lack of appearances might be linked to his transfer ambitions.
WHAT NEXT FOR HUIJSEN?
It has been reported that Bournemouth will allow Huijsen to leave in the summer, with clubs such as Chelsea, PSG, and Bayern Munich also showing interest. However, various reports suggest that Huijsen has already agreed to join Real Madrid, with only formalities remaining to conclude the deal. While no official announcement has yet been made, Real Madrid is reportedly preparing a strategy to finalize the transfer.
Real Madrid sees Huijsen as a critical addition to their squad, particularly in light of injuries to key defenders like Éder Militão and David Alaba. Given the club’s need to rebuild its aging backline, Huijsen is viewed as a long-term solution for their defense. Huijsen himself has acknowledged Real Madrid’s interest in him, stating, “It’s an honor when you hear about Real Madrid interest. I’m proud to have such a big club interested in me.”
While Bournemouth appears reluctant to make the process easy for Real Madrid, the Spanish giants remain determined to bring Huijsen to the Santiago Bernabeu, underscoring their commitment to rejuvenating their defensive lineup with young, top-tier talent.
