Chelsea is accelerating their chase of Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen
Chelsea is accelerating their chase of Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen. They look more and more confident of outpacing rivals Liverpool to his signature. The 20-year-old has made a mark with great displays this season, and his name is now ringing through top Premier League clubs’ scouting reports.
With a £50 million price tag, the race is on, but Chelsea’s ambition has provided them with an advantage. The Blues are determined to emerge victorious in this game of tug-of-war for one of Europe’s most promising young defenders.
Dean Huijsen has emerged as one of the Premier League’s most highly sought-after defenders
Dean Huijsen has emerged as one of the Premier League’s most highly sought-after defenders. Signed from Juventus, the Spaniard has thrived in Bournemouth. His performances have alerted several top-flight clubs, with Chelsea now spearheading the charge to sign him.
The Blues have reportedly had fruitful discussions with Huijsen’s agents and are hopeful of getting the deal done. With the club looking to construct a long-term squad, Huijsen’s signing would fill a vital gap in defense.
The blues have had a lot of issues at the back as even after spending a billion in transfer windows, they still don’t have a solid backline that can be expected to take care of Premier league attackers. Signings such as Axel Disasi, Benoit Badiashile, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Cucurella, Wesley Fofana and Malo Gusto have failed to stamp their supremacy in the backline and nobody has emerged as a mainstay or the heart of the defense.
Since early December and has made 31 appearances (26 starts) in all competitions
It took a little bit for Huijsen to settle in the Premier League, but he’s been a nailed-on starter since early December and has made 31 appearances (26 starts) in all competitions. Perhaps most importantly, he’s not missed any time due to any injuries and has barely missed any games so far in his brief professional career.
A good defender who is less injury prone is what Chelsea need right now as they need at least one defender who can remain as a mainstay.
Liverpool are also in the race to sign the Spaniard but it looks like he has made up his mind to move to Stamford Bridge. Huijsen had also rejected the Real Madrid bid as he has made the decision to stay in the premier league.
