Dean Huijsen Set to Fulfil Childhood Dream with Real Madrid Move

Dean Huijsen will soon be officially announced as a new Real Madrid player. He is making a major move after shining with Bournemouth. The 20-year-old defender has always admired Los Blancos. Now, he’s living his childhood dream at the Santiago Bernabéu.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Real Madrid have signed Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth on a five-year deal starting June 1, 2025. The club agreed to pay his £50 million release clause after an impressive season in the Premier League, where Huijsen played 29 times and scored three goals. Already a Spain international, the young centre-back is set for an early debut with Madrid in the expanded FIFA Club World Cup, starting June 14. He will be presented as a Real Madrid player next week.

WHY HUJISEN JOINED REAL MADRID

Huijsen’s love for Real Madrid started in his childhood. He has often spoken about his admiration for the club. Though he almost joined Madrid as a youth player, he developed his skills in Italy with Juventus and Roma before going to England. His performances attracted major European clubs, but Madrid’s defensive injury crisis and his progress made him a top target. Huijsen’s recent nomination for Premier League Young Player of the Year shows his quick rise and potential in LaLiga.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR NEXT SEASON

Defensively, Real Madrid had a tough season with injuries to key players like Éder Militão, Antonio Rüdiger, and David Alaba. Huijsen’s arrival strengthens their backline as they aim for success. The club is also targeting more players, including full-backs Trent Alexander-Arnold and Álvaro Carreras. Madrid’s next game is in the Club World Cup in June, where Huijsen might make his first appearance in white, helping the team stay among the world’s best.