Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid 2025 is now close to reality after the Spanish giants agreed to activate the Bournemouth defender’s £50 million release clause. The 20-year-old centre-back, linked with Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool, appears set to snub the Premier League in favour of a move to the Bernabéu.
Real Madrid’s decision to act swiftly has left English clubs scrambling. Despite interest from multiple top-flight teams — and even Bayern Munich — Huijsen’s preference for Los Blancos is clear. Sources suggest he is impressed by Madrid’s long-standing interest and the upcoming appointment of Xabi Alonso.
What Huijsen Has Said About Real Madrid
“Do I want to play for Real Madrid? I don’t know. We’ll see… A friend called me and said, ‘Go to Real Madrid’. I laughed. ‘What am I supposed to say?’” — Dean Huijsen
Despite keeping his cards close to his chest, it’s understood that Madrid’s early admiration — dating back to his pre-Juventus days — and their respectful handling of negotiations have played a significant role in swaying the player.
Real Madrid Ready to Seal the Deal
Huijsen only joined Bournemouth from Juventus last summer, but his performances in the Premier League have attracted major attention. Now, Real Madrid are prepared to offer a quick resolution by meeting his release clause — handing Bournemouth a near-£40m profit.
| Club Interested | Status | Bid Potential |
|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | Leading, will meet clause | £50m |
| Chelsea | Monitoring | Unknown |
| Arsenal | Interested | No formal offer |
| Liverpool | Held talks | Unconfirmed |
Key Takeaways from the Transfer Race
- Release Clause Activated: Real Madrid are ready to pay the full £50m.
- Premier League Clubs Outpaced: Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool all held talks but didn’t act in time.
- Bournemouth Windfall: The Cherries stand to make a ~£40m profit just one year after signing Huijsen.
- Xabi Alonso Factor: The incoming manager’s presence may help seal the deal.
What’s Next for Bournemouth?
Bournemouth have enjoyed a strong 2024/25 season and are pushing for their best-ever Premier League finish. However, with stars like Huijsen and Milos Kerkez attracting interest, head coach Andoni Iraola is prepared for potential exits.
“If some player leaves because someone comes with what the club considers to be a good offer, we have to be ready… but not with fear.” — Andoni Iraola
Will Huijsen Make the Move to Madrid?
Will Dean Huijsen become Real Madrid’s next defensive star, or can Premier League giants make a late move to hijack the deal?
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By Adem 15 May 2025 08:24
F&^@, we needed this kid. Real pull is different.
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