Real Madrid’s Transfer Moves: Huijsen and Carreras in the Spotlight
In the ever-dynamic world of football transfers, Real Madrid is making headlines once again. The Spanish giants have reached an agreement in principle to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth for a hefty £50 million ($60m). This move comes as part of a strategic effort to bolster their squad ahead of the Club World Cup. But that’s not all; Madrid is also in advanced negotiations with Benfica to secure the services of full-back Álvaro Carreras. Multiple sources have confirmed these developments to ESPN.
Madrid’s pursuit of Huijsen gained momentum following their recent defeat to arch-rivals Barcelona. The urgency to strengthen their defense became apparent, and the club wasted no time in securing the player’s commitment. Despite interest from other Premier League clubs, Huijsen was quick to give the green light to Madrid. Now, all that remains is for the legal formalities to be completed, paving the way for the Spain international to don the famous white jersey on a five-year contract.
Once Huijsen agreed to the move, the signing was seen as a mere formality. Madrid is set to pay his £50m transfer clause, although they initially explored the possibility of including players in the deal to reduce costs. However, Bournemouth was not interested in such an arrangement.
ESPN had reported back in March that the 20-year-old defender was a priority for Madrid as they looked to reinforce their defense for the upcoming season. Interestingly, Madrid had been close to signing Huijsen during his youth days at Malaga. However, his family opted for a move to Juventus, where he continued his development in Italian football. After a loan spell at Roma, Bournemouth secured his services on a permanent basis, and his impressive performances earned him a call-up to the Spain men’s national team.
In addition to Huijsen, Madrid is also keen on finalizing the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold. As reported by ESPN, the club is working diligently to ensure the England international arrives in time for the Club World Cup. The same urgency applies to Huijsen’s transfer.
Meanwhile, the club is accelerating negotiations to bring former Manchester United full-back Carreras on board. This deal is expected to cost around €60m ($67m). Earlier this week, ESPN reported that the Galician was the favorite to reinforce the left-back position. Sources are optimistic that the LaLiga giants will secure his signature. Like Alexander-Arnold and Huijsen, the plan is for Carreras to join the squad before the Club World Cup, alongside manager Xabi Alonso. Carreras is expected to sign a six-year contract.
At just 22 years old, Carreras is a product of the Madrid youth system, where he played alongside Raúl Asencio, among others. His potential has not gone unnoticed by Alonso, who holds him in high regard.
- Real Madrid is set to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth for £50 million ($60m).
- The club is also in advanced negotiations to sign Álvaro Carreras from Benfica for around €60m ($67m).
- Both players are expected to join the squad before the Club World Cup.
- Madrid is also working on finalizing the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold.
As the transfer window heats up, Real Madrid’s proactive approach in the market is a clear indication of their ambitions. With Huijsen and Carreras potentially joining the ranks, the club is poised to strengthen its squad significantly. Fans will be eagerly watching as these deals unfold, hoping for a successful campaign in the upcoming season.
Originally Written by: Rodrigo Faez
