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Saliba crossed out, incognito player, and RM shield | Camara Didac Aguirre
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The Hidden Option for the Defense That Positions Itself as the Main Target for Summer

This player wins the position over Saliba to join Real Madrid and is now the main target for Los Blancos.

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Didac Aguirre

For the summer market, it is expected that Real Madrid will be able to make those much-anticipated moves to strengthen the team. One of these would clearly be in the central defense position, where they lack strong elements. Although Raúl Asencio's emergence has been very good, they still need a future partner.

The option of signing Saliba was being considered, but everything points to the fact that the white club might have another name on their list. We are referring to the great star of the Bournemouth team, Dean Huijsen. The Spaniard could then become the club's great summer addition due to his characteristics and game contribution.

A player in a red and black uniform on the field during a match.
Huijsen in his Bournemouth team | Didac Aguirre

Despite being one of the greatest young promises in the world of soccer, he has already established himself as a very mature player. That's why the management doesn't waste time looking for other options, and it seems this is their top priority.

They Will Go for This Star

The player is only 19 years old and almost 6 ft. 7 in. (2 m) tall, making him a very strong element in aerial play. More than that, he seems to have a privileged game vision and ball control uncharacteristic of his conditions.

Currently, his market value is estimated at 20 million euros, but, considering Premier League values, this could increase. Nevertheless, it remains a fairly low price compared to other possible elements of this quality.

A player in an AFC Bournemouth uniform on the field.
Huijsen in his Bournemouth team | Didac Aguirre

With a contract valid until 2030 with the British team, they would have to sit down to negotiate for his signing. An option that Florentino Pérez already had in mind, as a player like this doesn't come for free under almost any circumstances.

They Will Take a Risk for Him

Giving up one of the best central defenders in the entire Premier League, like the Frenchman, is only if they have hopes in this player. A footballer who already refused to come to Real Madrid but now sees the perfect opportunity to make this leap. Moreover, his future with the white team could be very bright with the great talents there.

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