Real Madrid Confidencial Real Madrid's decision on Asensio after signing Huijsen: 'Now...'
The homegrown player will continue to have a leading role in the defense and will form the central pair with Huijsen
Real Madrid has already announced the signing of Dean Huijsen. The Dutch center-back arrives with high expectations and signs until 2030.
Huijsen's arrival changes the landscape for other players. Especially for Asencio, who will continue to have a key role in the team.
The club sends a clear message: "Now you'll play with him from the start, we count on you."
Huijsen in the Club World Cup
Real Madrid will play the Club World Cup in the United States. The tournament begins on June 18, when the white team faces Al Hilal at 9:00 p.m.
Huijsen will be in the squad and will start from the first match. This confirms the trust Xabi Alonso has in the young defender.
The big challenge for Xabi Alonso will be to prepare Huijsen and the rest of the team in a short time. He will only have just over a week before the debut to train with them.
Quick integration will be essential for the players to understand the systems and adapt to the coach's demands.
Militao won't arrive in time to start in the Club World Cup. Therefore, Huijsen will take the starting center-back position.
Rüdiger and Alaba, who have suffered injuries, will also be in the United States. But both must return calmly, without rushing to avoid relapses.
This opens the door for Huijsen and Asencio to form a defensive pair for this competition.
Asencio's role
With Huijsen as a starter, Asencio will play alongside him from the start. This combination aims to provide solidity and youth to the defense.
The club sees in them a duo that can work very well. Additionally, having both will help strengthen the team while the injured players recover.
This decision shows Real Madrid's commitment to its youth academy and young talents.
Huijsen and Asencio have a great opportunity to prove their worth in an international tournament.
The Club World Cup will be their first major test as a defensive pair. The club and Xabi Alonso trust they will perform well.
June 18 marks the start of a new era for Real Madrid, with Huijsen and Asencio as protagonists.
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