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Dean Huijsen in Bournemouth training(Image: Photo by Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)

Dean Huijsen has emerged as a target for several top clubs ahead of the summer transfer window.

The 20-year-old defender has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool recently as Arne Slot looks to bolster his backline.

Huijsen, who sees his contract at the Vitality Stadium expire in June 2030, has featured 27 times for Bournemouth in the Premier League this season, keeping seven clean sheets.



So, with that being said, the ECHO has rounded up everything you need to know about Huijsen and his future at Bournemouth.

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According to the Independent, Chelsea have taken a lead in the race to sign Huijsen from Bournemouth.

The Independent adds that the teenager was wanted by Real Madrid, but they're no longer expected to make a bid.

The west Londoners are reportedly willing to offer Huijsen, who has a £50m release clause, a seven-year contract.

According to the MailOnline, Liverpool want to sign Milos Kerkez and Huijsen this summer, with Slot eager to strengthen his backline.

The former, in particular, faces an uncertain future at Anfield, with Alisson in no rush to leave and Giorgi Mamardashvili joining the club this summer from Valencia.

Earlier this month, Huijsen confirmed there's a release clause in his contract at Bournemouth.

Speaking to Spanish outlet El Chiringuito TV, as quoted by ESPN, he said: "I have a contract until 2030, [but] I do have a [release] clause.

"I don't know (if I’ll join Real Madrid), we'll see.
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