Dean Huijsen’s agent makes Liverpool transfer admission following Real Madrid decision
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In short: not very.The defender attracted interest from several of Europe’s leading clubs during the transfer window, but ultimately signed for Real Madrid in June ahead of the Club World Cup, lining up alongside Trent Alexander-Arnold in defense.
Arne Slot hoped to have the pair in his backline this term, but the allure of Real proved too appealing for both.
There were many clubs, but with Real Madrid [in for him], there was no doubt.
“Chelsea wanted him, even since January,” Barat continued.
Huijsen joined Real this summer.
They all wanted Dean, to be honest.”
Barat also revealed the boyhood Real fan was convinced to sign for the club by Xabi Alonso.
“I know Xabi's work at Leverkusen well; he's very good at developing young players, so when Alonso spoke to Donny [Huijusen’s father] and me, we were convinced that Madrid was the best place for him.
Alonso played a key role in convincing Huijsen to join Real
For us, it wasn't like he was waiting for Real Madrid, but when they came, we were already in talks, and it became more and more serious