Four Premier League clubs eyeing Huijsen

Prior to the start of the summer transfer window, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Newcastle all expressed genuine interest in Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen.

A number of clubs in Europe are interested in the 20-year-old, and his position appears to be one of the summer’s hotspots.

Initial reports show a £50 million release clause in Huijsen, which has been confirmed by numerous BBC Sport sources.

Bournemouth are aware of the Premier League quartet’s interest and are becoming more and more resigned to losing their youngster.

In recent weeks, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have both been in contact with the center-back.

If the La Liga club were to increase their interest, Huijsen would put a move to Real on top of his list of priorities.

The possibility of playing in the Champions League will also play a role, Huijsen is aware that while regular playing time to ensure his continued development will be a key factor when settling on his future, it is also understood that.

Chelsea and Huijsen’s advisors have a good working relationship, which could be very beneficial.

The status of Ibrahima Konate’s future may determine Liverpool’s interest in the former Juventus defender.

At the end of the following season, Konate, who has played for Arne Slot’s team for the entire season, will be out of contract, and Liverpool may need to consider alternatives if an extension deal cannot be reached before the start of that campaign.

The futures of Jarell Quansah and Joe Gomez at Anfield may also affect Liverpool’s level of interest in Huijsen.

After missing out on top-scorer Marc Guehi last year, the club will prioritize hiring a central defender this summer. Huijsen could be interested in this, especially if they make it to the Champions League.

Although Mikel Arteta’s team has a strong interest in Huijsen, breaking up that formidable partnership may prove difficult.

Huijsen, who left Juventus for Bournemouth last summer, has become one of the best ball-playing central defenders in European football over the past 12 months and has been the subject of a global tug-of-war between Spain and the Netherlands.