Dean Huijsen Becomes One of the Most Expensive Spanish Defenders in History

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Real Madrid have secured the signing of highly-rated centre-back Dean Huijsen from AFC Bournemouth for a reported fee of €58 million, matching his release clause. The deal places Huijsen among the top three most expensive Spanish defenders of all time.

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The only Spanish defenders to command higher transfer fees are Marc Cucurella, whose €68 million move to Chelsea tops the list, and Aymeric Laporte, who joined Manchester City for €65 million.

Real Madrid's Defensive Evolution

Huijsen’s arrival signals another step in Madrid’s backline rebuild under new head coach Xabi Alonso. The 19-year-old, known for his composure and ball-playing ability, is seen as a long-term investment and a complement to the club’s evolving defensive strategy.

Interestingly, Madrid were unable to meet his buyout clause just a year ago. In the previous transfer window, they had a modest budget of €40 million for a centre-back and failed to match Manchester United’s offer for Leny Yoro.

More Reinforcements to Come

Reports suggest Real Madrid are still actively pursuing another central defender, with plans to complete a second defensive signing before August. The club appears focused on building a new-generation backline to compete on all fronts in the years to come.

With Huijsen already joining the ranks and the defence set for further reinforcements, Madrid’s intent in the transfer market is clear — the rebuild is real, and it’s only just getting started.

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