As the winds of change blow through the Santiago Bernabéu, incoming Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has set his sights on bringing Dean Huijsen into the fold this summer, as confirmed by Nova Play.
In a significant development, Bayer Leverkusen announced Alonso’s departure on Friday, paving the way for the former star midfielder to take the reins from Carlo Ancelotti at Madrid.
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On the other hand, Bournemouth’s rising star, Dean Huijsen, has captured the attention of top clubs across Europe, solidifying his status as one of the most coveted center-backs in the Premier League.
Since joining the Cherries for nearly £13 million from Juventus last summer, the Spanish international has consistently demonstrated his prowess, becoming a formidable presence in defense.
Real Madrid is keen to add the 20-year-old talent to their ranks, but Alonso will likely face stiff competition from various Premier League clubs, stirring the summer transfer pot.
Recent reports from Nova Play reveal that Chelsea has ramped up their pursuit of Huijsen, who boasts a hefty £50 million release clause in his contract.
Arsenal and Tottenham are also rumored to have expressed interest, yet whispers indicate that Liverpool remains his preferred destination among English clubs.
If a move to the Premier League doesn’t materialize, Madrid could soon be celebrating Huijsen’s arrival in a summer that promises to be monumental for the La Liga giants.
The club is already preparing to unveil the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who will leave Liverpool at season’s end, bolstering an already exciting roster.
Madrid’s ambitious plans come on the heels of securing Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe in previous transfer windows, demonstrating the club’s resilience to remain competitive on the European stage.
In the midst of these developments, plans for a grand send-off are in place for Ancelotti during the club’s final home match against Real Sociedad on May 25, celebrating a tenure rich with achievements.
The Italian manager will depart after leading the club to two La Liga titles and three Champions League victories, among numerous other accolades throughout his tenure.
Xabi Alonso, having garnered acclaim for his remarkable stint at Bayer Leverkusen, is poised to return to the club where he carved his own legacy as a player.
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Reflecting on his time at Bayer Leverkusen, Alonso expressed heartfelt gratitude, saying, “I owe great thanks to Bayer 04 Leverkusen, my players and staff, all the employees of the club, and last but not least the fantastic fans. Our success was the culmination of exceptional teamwork.”
He further added, “This club, which showed exceptional trust in me, truly deserved to win the German league title for the first time. My heartfelt thanks and admiration go to everyone who made this triumph possible, including our DFB Pokal win in Berlin.”
Now, as Alonso prepares to don the famed white jersey again, he embarks on a journey to build a legacy as a manager, following in the illustrious footsteps of Ancelotti. The stage is set for an exhilarating summer ahead at Madrid, filled with the promise of high-stakes transfers and passionate showcases on the pitch.
