Liverpool had offer for $67M defender 'declined' before Marc Guehi transfer failed

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Liverpool was among the clubs to miss out on Dean Huijsen this summer when he moved from Bournemouth to Real Madrid, his father has outlined. "I think I've shown that I'm ready," Huijsen said when he was unveiled as a Real Madrid player.

He's my biggest idol; the best center-back in history. "I admire everything about him, he's the most complete centre-back.

I'm going to try to contribute as much as I can, and I'll be delighted to help." Liverpool.com says: Huijsen would have been a perfect option for Liverpool. He has Premier League experience and is really talented.