Official: Dean Huijsen joins Real Madrid

Real Madrid is set for a significant roster overhaul, and today the club has officially announced its first summer signing.

Details: As expected, Spain international center-back Dean Huijsen has joined Real Madrid from Bournemouth.

Real Madrid paid Bournemouth a release clause of €58 million for Huijsen. The player has signed a five-year contract with the club.

The 20-year-old Spaniard of Dutch descent could make his debut for Real Madrid as early as the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

This season, Huijsen played 34 matches for Bournemouth, netting 3 goals.

Reminder: Earlier reports indicated that, in addition to Huijsen, Real Madrid is planning to sign another central defender this summer.