Real Madrid Changes Stance on Huijsen After His Debut with the Spanish National Team

The operation for Dean Huijsen seems to be taking shape with interesting nuances. Real Madrid remains very alert to the Spanish-Dutch center-back and intends to address his signing next summer market. The key could be to take advantage of the good relations with Bournemouth and the figure of Andoni Iraola.

If the Basque coach shows interest in any loan, especially of young players like Arda Güler or Endrick, this could become a bargaining chip. The Turk is a profile that needs minutes, and Endrick, despite his enormous potential, could benefit from a first experience in the Premier League.

In any case, Real Madrid seems clear that they want to strengthen the core of their defense with the future in mind. Both Dean Huijsen and Raúl Asencio fit perfectly into that medium to long-term planning.

A Great Level with the Spanish National Team

Dean Huijsen is leaving very good impressions just at the key moment when Real Madrid is seriously considering his signing. His performance against Netherlands in the knockout stage has served to reaffirm what they were already seeing in the reports. He is a center-back with presence, composure, and a very high-quality ball distribution.

At Mestalla, playing the full 90 minutes, he showed that he can lead the defense without flinching, even in high-demand matches. That ability to intelligently play the ball out is what has most impressed in Valdebebas. Especially because Madrid highly values center-backs who not only defend well but also actively participate in the construction of the game.

A Long-Term Duo That Generates Excitement

The idea of pairing Raúl Asencio and Dean Huijsen as a central duo is an ambitious but very coherent bet. It perfectly aligns with Real Madrid's new approach: youth, national talent, and long-term projection.

Both players stand out for their maturity despite their young age and combine complementary styles. Asencio has a more forceful and anticipatory profile, while Huijsen offers clean ball distribution, tactical reading, and calmness under pressure. If Real Madrid manages to secure both bets, they could have their defense secured for the next decade.

Additionally, they fit into that new "Madrid model" that is shifting toward a younger squad, with Spanish roots, without losing competitive level.