After what has been described as one of the most difficult seasons in recent years, Real Madrid is seeking to regroup and build a stronger, more cohesive team. This follows a painful treble defeat to arch-rivals Barcelona, which included the Spanish League, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. These setbacks prompted the club’s management to act swiftly in the transfer market to strengthen its ranks with players capable of returning the team to both domestic and European glory. With the imminent arrival of new coach Xabi Alonso, attention is turning to an ambitious project aimed at restoring Los Blancos’ prestige and forming a squad capable of reasserting dominance on the continent.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Den Huijsen has become one of the most prominent names in the transfer market after impressing with his performances this season in the English Premier League with Bournemouth. The 20-year-old Dutch defender is being closely monitored by major European clubs, including Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Barcelona, and Real Madrid. Despite this widespread interest, all indications point to the player’s most likely future being at Real Madrid.
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With Xabi Alonso poised to take over as Real Madrid’s coach, Huijsen made a clear decision: he wants to play under Alonso at Real Madrid. Despite Barcelona’s attempts to negotiate with him, the player has prioritized the Whites’ project, believing Alonso is the coach who can hone his talent and elevate his technical level, especially considering the fresh start the Madrid club is preparing for.
Huijsen has made no secret of his admiration for Sergio Ramos, whom he has considered his childhood idol. He has repeatedly stated that Ramos’ playing style has had a profound impact on him. The dream of wearing the white shirt and following in Ramos’ footsteps provides an additional motivation for his decision.
As for his market value, Bournemouth has set a €50 million asking price for the young player, a figure that reflects his immense potential despite his age, and top-flight clubs appear willing to meet it.
On the other hand, Barcelona faces financial difficulties that prevent it from seriously competing for the deal, even with the interest from sporting director Deco, who sees Huijsen as a strong option to strengthen the backline—especially with the potential departure of defensive star Ronald Araujo. However, the player’s desire has determined the direction, as he has repeatedly emphasized that his priority is Real Madrid.
With this, Barcelona loses another target in the transfer market, while Real Madrid continues to shape its ambitious project for both the present and the future, with Den Huijsen potentially becoming a cornerstone of the team’s defense in the years to come.
