The history between Barça and Real Madrid is marked by unforgettable duels, both on and off the field. Every time one shows interest in a young prospect, the other follows closely. This time, the battle hasn't taken place in a clásico, but in the offices.
Florentino Pérez has a very clear strategy for the next transfer market. He knows he urgently needs to strengthen a specific area of the field. To do so, he has directly targeted a prospect that Laporta was also following.
Florentino Pérez speeds up a strategic signing for Real Madrid
During this season, Real Madrid has had several defensive problems due to injuries. Ancelotti has had to constantly reinvent himself, even using midfielders as center-backs. That's why Florentino has decided to move quickly to reinforce that line.
Meanwhile, Barça is experiencing a very different situation in defense. Xavi first and Flick later have managed to form a solid block, full of young players with great potential. In fact, the Catalans have an excess of options in that area.
Laporta watches, but can't compete for this gem
Although Deco seriously considered an addition, the current context didn't make it easy. The competition in the center of defense is extremely high, which halted any movement. However, the talent of this young player didn't go unnoticed.
He is Dean Huijsen, a Dutch center-back with Spanish roots, who has already stood out in Italian soccer. His technical profile, physique, and maturity make him a safe bet. According to various sources, his signing for Real Madrid is practically closed.
Dean Huijsen: The chosen one by Florentino Pérez for the white defense
Laporta and Deco dreamed of seeing him alongside Cubarsí, forming a future defense. But the player has always been very clear about his preference for Santiago Bernabéu. Since he was young, he has shown sympathy for Real Madrid, and that factor has been key.
Florentino has known how to seize the opportunity and has advanced the negotiations quickly. In Chamartín, they already take it for granted that Huijsen will wear white this summer. Only a last-minute surprise would prevent the official announcement in the coming weeks.
Barça loses a center-back with global potential
For Barça, this operation is a hard blow. Not due to immediate need, but because of the strategic value that the young defender represented. Huijsen is considered one of the most solid talents of his generation.
Moreover, his cost wasn't unaffordable, which makes the loss more painful for the culés. Even so, Deco and Laporta have chosen to prioritize other reinforcements. The arrival of a new center-back right now is not a priority for Flick's project.
A silent victory for Real Madrid
With this move, Real Madrid gets ahead of its main rival in a highly competitive market. Florentino continues to show his ability to close key deals before the summer. Everything indicates that Huijsen will be announced as a new white signing very soon.
Meanwhile, at Camp Nou, they assume that this promising defender won't be part of the blaugrana future. Fermín, Cubarsí, and company will continue to grow without a partner that many considered ideal.