On the move: Real Madrid are ready to move for Dean Huijsen
Real Madrid have reportedly informed Bournemouth they are willing to pay defender Dean Huijsen’s £50million release clause as they look to beat several Premier League clubs to his signature.
Los Blancos had earlier sent a formal contract offer to the player’s camp as they look to expedite a deal, while Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal remain interested.
It is understood that Huijsen’s preference would be to move to the Spanish capital.
The Spaniard signed to the Cherries from Juventus last summer and has impressed in his debut Premier League campaign, making 30 appearances and contributing to eight clean sheets as Bournemouth look to finish in European positions.
He fast became a fixture of Andoni Iraola’s side and has courted transfer interest from a wide variety of clubs, with Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal previously thought to have been leading the race. His performances have also earned him a call-up to the Spanish national team, making his senior debut in March.
To sign for Los Blancos would mark Huijsen’s first return to Spanish football since he left Segunda Division side Malaga CF’s academy in 2021.
He has given little away as to his preferred destination. After Bournemouth beat Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates earlier this month, he said he was happy with life on the South Coast.
Asked whether he felt any pressure as a result of the transfer speculation, the 20-year-old said: “I think I am pretty relaxed. I am just a chill guy.
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“I don't really think about it too much. I go to training every morning, we have a great group, great staff, and I just enjoy my football and myself.
“At the moment, I am just having fun playing football, and it's going well, so I am really happy.”