Real Madrid are making headlines again—this time not just for their on-field dominance, but for flexing their financial muscle in the transfer market.
The Spanish giants are closing in on a major signing: Bournemouth’s rising star Dean Huijsen.
Medical Kicks Off in London
With Bournemouth set to face Manchester City in the Premier League on Tuesday, Huijsen was given the green light to head to London on Friday.
The reason? He’s begun his medical for what’s expected to be a £50 million switch to the Santiago Bernabéu.
It’s not just a sudden move—behind the scenes, the wheels have been turning quickly.
Huijsen’s agents were already in Madrid a day earlier, hammering out the finer details of what will reportedly be a five-year deal.
Real Madrid Win the Race for Huijsen’s Signature
Madrid were always Huijsen’s top pick, even with Premier League powerhouses like Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Newcastle all circling.
The 20-year-old defender has had a breakout season and naturally attracted attention across Europe.
But ultimately, his heart was set on the Spanish capital.
Madrid acted fast.
Talks with Bournemouth about the structure of the release clause happened midweek, with both sides agreeing the hefty fee would be paid in three instalments.
Huijsen’s former clubs, Juventus and Malaga, won’t be left out either—they’ll each get a percentage cut of the transfer.
Eye on the Club World Cup
One reason for Madrid’s urgency? They want Huijsen signed and sealed before they fly to the U.S. for the inaugural Club World Cup next month.
It’s a clear sign that they’re planning to integrate the youngster into their senior squad right away.
A Bargain Turned Gold for Bournemouth
Let’s not forget—Bournemouth only brought Huijsen in from Juventus last summer for just £12.6 million.
Now, less than a year later, they’re selling him for almost four times that. Talk about return on investment.
With Huijsen out the door, Bournemouth ar
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