Real Madrid are interested in improving their defensive unit by signing Dean Huijsen and Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Real Madrid are plotting a €100 million move for Bournemouth defenders Dean Huijsen and Milos Kerkez heading into the summer transfer window.
Huijsen has established himself as one of the best young defenders in the Premier League, and he would be a quality long-term acquisition for Real Madrid. They need central defensive reinforcements, and Huijsen could form a solid partnership with Eder Militao in the long term.
Real Madrid need a long-term replacement for David Alaba. The Austrian international has struggled with injury problems, and he is on the wrong side of 30. It is no surprise that the reigning La Liga champions are planning for the future by pursuing the Spanish international.
Huijsen is an emerging talent, and he could be a solid long-term investment. He could develop further and establish himself as a key player for Real Madrid. On the other hand, Kerkez is one of the best left-backs in the Premier League. The Hungarian international could prove to be an upgrade on Ferland Mendy if Real Madrid managed to get the deal done
The two Bournemouth defenders have been linked with Liverpool as well. It remains to be seen whether the Premier League table-toppers can compete with Real Madrid financially and get the deal done.
Liverpool keen on Kerkez and Huijsen
Liverpool need an alternative to Andrew Robertson, who is clearly on the decline, and the Hungarian international would be the ideal option. Similarly, Virgil van Dijk might leave the club if his contract expires, and he needs to be replaced. Huijsen could be a quality addition. Both players have shown their quality in the Premier League, and they could make an instant impact if they join Liverpool.
Convincing the two defenders to join the club and reject Real Madrid will be a tricky challenge for Liverpool. So, it remains to be seen how the situation unfolds. Liverpool are one of the biggest clubs in the world as well, and they have been fighting for major trophies consistently. They will be an attractive destination for players this summer.