Real Madrid’s reluctance on £50m fee for highly-rated defender could see him join another Premier League club | OneFootball

Real Madrid’s interest in 19-year-old defender Dean Huijsen is no secret, but recent reports from Mario Cortegana in The Athletic suggest that the Spanish club faces significant challenges in securing the Bournemouth talent.

While there has been contact between Real Madrid and Huijsen’s entourage, sources close to the situation indicate that it is unlikely the club will meet the £50 million (€57.5 million) release clause attached to the young defender.

Despite high praise from Real Madrid scouts and their strong admiration for Huijsen, the team’s financial priorities are likely to prevent them from making such a hefty investment in a player so young.

Real Madrid have been cautious with their spending in recent windows, and a £50 million fee for a 19-year-old is viewed as too steep, especially when the player is still developing in the Premier League.

Premier League clubs join the race

The competition for Huijsen is fierce, with some of England’s biggest clubs—Liverpool, Chelsea, and Arsenal—all monitoring the young Dutch-born Spain international.

Real Madrid are likely to miss out on Dean Huijsen. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images)

His contract with Bournemouth runs until 2030, but the £50 million exit clause is a tempting prospect for potential suitors and despite the growing speculation around his future, Huijsen remains calm and focused.

In interviews, he has expressed more interest in Real Madrid’s links than in staying in the Premier League, which only adds to the excitement surrounding his potential move.

The likely outcome

Given the competition and the price tag attached, it seems increasingly probable that Huijsen will make a move to another Premier League club this summer rather than to the Spanish capital.

Real Madrid’s interest will likely remain, but their financial stance could make this transfer one for the future rather than the immediate term.

With several top clubs vying for his signature, it will be intriguing to see where Huijsen’s next chapter in his promising career unfolds.