Real Madrid is obliged to strengthen its defense ahead of next season and has already made a move to try to sign Dean Huijsen. Of all the options available to the team, this seems to be the one that most convinces the board due to his characteristics and youth, which make him a player with a future for the squad.
Doubts about Dean Huijsen
It seems that Real Madrid is now determined to sign Dean Huijsen, but there have been many doubts over the last few months. The player was largely unknown in Spanish football, but he made a name for himself after his debut for the Spanish national team in March this year. It was then that his story came to light and it became known that Real Madrid had been following him for several years. The player, born in the Netherlands, moved to Marbella when he was just five years old and started playing as a child for local club Costa Unida C.F. Málaga quickly signed him, where he began his progression. The player caught the attention not only of Real Madrid, but also of Juventus, who signed him to complete his training. However, as a professional, fate took him to AFC Bournemouth, where, at the age of 20, he has become an undisputed member of the defense.
Real Madrid has always had him in its sights, but signing him was a risk, and in recent months that feeling seemed unchanged… until his debut with the national team. From that moment on, the player seems to have stepped up, especially in his team. His height of 6’5” makes him a powerful player in the air, but he also has speed, is good at tackling and very confident in marking and one-on-one situations. On the other hand, he has great quality in bringing the ball out from the back, whether in dribbling or passing. His vision is key to his current team’s attack.
Real Madrid makes its first offer
Now that Real Madrid has decided to sign him, the team’s demands also require it to negotiate with Bournemouth. The player has no shortage of offers from the Premier League, but his determination to join Real Madrid could be key to the outcome of the negotiations. The player is valued at around €60 million, but the Whites do not want to pay that amount, so they have made an offer to the English team that is said to be between €40 and €45 million. Everything indicates that the next few days will be tough negotiations.
Real Madrid wants him now
Real Madrid does not want to wait too long to sign Dean Huijsen, as the club’s objective is for him to join the new coach’s squad once both LaLiga and the Premier League have concluded. The aim is for the player to be able to play in the Club World Cup with the Whites, as Marco Asenció is currently the only center back available at Real Madrid, with Rudiger injured (and suspended), as is David Alaba.
Real Madrid will be able to sign Dean Huijsen, but they want to lower the transfer fee, although they know it will not be an easy task given the offers the English club is receiving for the player. The Spanish international’s determination will be key to ensuring the signing is completed on the best possible terms for Real Madrid.