Dean Huijsen, the young prospect who has dazzled in the Premier League, has taken a decisive step in his career. After months of being one of the sensations of European soccer, the 19-year-old defender has decided: he will play for Real Madrid.
His arrival at Real Madrid has frustrated FC Barcelona's dream of signing him, causing surprise and regret in Can Barça.
A Meteoric Rise
When Dean Huijsen arrived at AFC Bournemouth, few knew we were witnessing one of the most promising talents in European soccer. Under the direction of Andoni Iraola, the young defender has shown unbelievable maturity for his age. His physique, precise ball distribution, and on-field personality have placed him on the radar of major clubs.
In just a few months, Huijsen has gone from being a future prospect to a key piece in Bournemouth's defense. His outstanding performance has placed him not only among the best young players in the Premier League but also as a future pillar of European defense.
Interest from Major Clubs
During the season, Huijsen has been linked with powerful clubs like Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and PSG. However, FC Barcelona was one of the teams that came closest to securing his services. Laporta and Deco saw in Huijsen a center-back with the potential to form an elite partnership with Cubarsí and dominate Europe.
Huijsen's profile, young, solid in defense, and with great potential for improvement, fit perfectly with Barcelona's needs. Additionally, his price was reasonable: it was said to be around 35 million euros, an accessible figure considering his projection. However, the club's financial restrictions and doubts about the continuity of players like Christensen or Eric García left the signing in suspense.
Real Madrid's Move
Meanwhile, as Barcelona was focused on its restructuring and dealing with financial problems, Real Madrid didn't waste time. Taking advantage of the injuries to Militao, Alaba, and Rüdiger, Florentino Pérez and his team didn't hesitate to sign Huijsen.
Real Madrid's interest was direct and without hesitation. Huijsen, according to close sources, has already given his "yes" to the white club. Only the official announcement remains to confirm the operation.
Despite the competition, Real Madrid has surpassed the others and secured one of the most desired talents in Europe.