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2 days ago
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'One of the world's greatest centre-backs': Huijsen presented at Real Madrid
DEAN Huijsen has been presented as a Real Madrid player after his departure from the Cherries. The young centre back admitted there was never any choice for him once he knew Madrid were interested in signing him from AFC Bournemouth, despite significant interest from clubs across Europe. He said at his presentation: 'I'm joining the best club in the world and I'm here to give my all. Read more: No formal approach for Zabarnyi from PSG as Cherries not looking to sell Meetings to take place over potential Kerkez move to Liverpool, reports 'I want to thank the president and the club for their trust. I've wanted to be here since day one, since they called me, I didn't consider any other team. 'I'm joining the best club in the world, and I'm here to give my all. I'm going to work as hard as I can and remain humble. Hopefully, we can win lots of trophies together, starting with the Club World Cup. (Image: Richard Crease) 'Madrid is the club of my life, and I hope to be here for many years to come. 'Hala Madrid.' Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said today was a special day for Madrid fans ahead of the Club World Cup. 🤍 A dream come true. #WelcomeHuijsen — Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) June 10, 2025 'We have a great team with players who have marked an era and allowed us to experience moments that are now part of the history of our club and the history of football,' he said. 'And we want to continue building together on the path we inherited from the great figures of Real Madrid throughout our history, with great talent and exceptional players who will help us continue to enhance the legend of the most beloved, admired, and successful club in the world. (Image: Richard Crease) 'That is why we madridistas are so happy today. Because one of those great players who burst onto the football scene with the strength to inspire us for many years to come has joined our club. Today, we welcome Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid. 'Dear Dean, welcome to Real Madrid. From today, this will be your new home because that is what you wanted. 'You have chosen to defend this badge and this shirt because that has been your dream since you were a child, as we have just seen in those images that will have been particularly emotional for your family: your parents and your siblings, who are here with you today on one of the most important days of your life. 'They know how hard you have worked and all the sacrifices you have had to make to become, at the age of 20, one of the world's greatest centre-backs. (Image: Richard Crease) 'At 20 years of age, you have shown that your football is admired by all fans, with a special talent for playing elegant football and already being a modern centre-back ready for the present and the future, and to win with Real Madrid. 'Many of the big European clubs wanted you. But you were clear from the outset that you wanted to be here with us to build your own history. 'We therefore thank you for your desire to be part of the best club in the world, Real Madrid. You arrive at Real Madrid full of enthusiasm and ready to embark on a journey that will be the greatest challenge of your professional career. 'You have already shown that you are one of the great players to have burst onto the football scene in recent years. 'The values of this shirt will make you feel from the very first moment that here, no one gives up until the last second of every game. That is what our fans will ask of you, and they will also get behind you until that last breath. 'Dear Dean, welcome home, welcome to Real Madrid.'
The 42
17-05-2025
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- The 42
Real Madrid agree deal to sign Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen
BOURNEMOUTH DEFENDER DEAN Huijsen will complete a move to Real Madrid in time to feature in the Club World Cup after the Spanish giants activated his £50million [€59.49m] release clause. Madrid have moved to sign the 20-year-old defender on a five-year deal after his impressive performances over the course of the season brought him to the attention of several clubs across Europe. Advertisement The deal was jointly announced by both clubs, with Madrid saying that Huijsen will join their ranks on 1 June, two weeks before the Club World Cup kicks off in the United States. Madrid's first match is against Al Hilal on 18 June. 'Real Madrid CF and AFC Bournemouth have reached an agreement for the transfer of player Dean Huijsen, who remains tied to our club for the next five seasons, from June 1 2025 to June 30 2030,' the Madrid statement said. The transfer represents a significant profit for the Cherries less than 12 months since they signed the Malaga academy product from Juventus for £12.6million [€14.99m] on a six-year contract. Since then Huijsen has made a huge impact, swiftly adapting to English football and excelling as Bournemouth have competed in the top half of the table, breaking the club's highest points tally in the Premier League. The Amsterdam-born player has made 34 appearances for the Cherries, scoring two goals, while this season also saw him make his international debut for Spain after switching his allegiance from the Netherlands, having played for the country of his birth at youth level.
