There’s of course already no shortage of random speculation about what teams may or may not do, but for Chelsea, the two main rumors so far have been about a striker, specifically Liam Delap, and about a center back, specifically Dean Huijsen. Unfortunately, in both of those cases, those players are now (reportedly) looking elsewhere than the SW6.

Real Madrid have made a definitive decision over the future of Dean Huijsen following reports that Chelsea are ready to offer the Spain international defender a massive contract.

Chelsea appear increasingly resigned to defeat in the Dean Huijsen transfer saga, identifying alternative targets with which to boost their defence instead.

TBR Football's Graeme Bailey exclusively reveals what sources are saying about Dean Huijsen's transfer stance amid interest from Chelsea and Liverpool.

Los Blancos are in the heart of a defensive rebuild, with Trent Alexander-Arnold arriving as a free agent and several centre backs being eyed, such as Arsenal star William Saliba and Huijsen. As a result, an offer for the ageing Rudiger could prompt a tough decision for incoming manager Xabi Alonso.

Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen would favour a move to Liverpool over joining Arsenal or Chelsea amid Real Madrid interest.

Dean Huijsen has played down speculation that he could be set for a big-money summer move, insisting he is ‘really happy’ at Bournemouth and ‘not really thinking about’ his future. Huijsen, 20, has enjoyed a magnificent debut season in the Premier League to cement his reputation as one of the most promising young defenders in the game.

Real Madrid have stepped up their pursuit of highly-rated defender Dean Huijsen, leaving Chelsea at risk of missing out on one of their top defensive targets this summer. The Telegraph reports that the Spanish giants are growing increasingly confident of securing a deal for the Bournemouth centre-back.

Fabrizio Romano claims Arsenal are 'ready to trigger' Dean Huijsen's release clause, with Liverpool and Chelsea also prepared to do so.

Real Madrid 'Keen' to Sign £50m Bournemouth Star This Summer - Report by Ethan Taylor on May 10, 2025 for EPLindex.com