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It's claimed Real Madrid has set its sights on Bournemouth's young defender Dean Huijsen as its primary transfer target for the upcoming summer.

The La Liga team is eager to bolster it's center-back options by looking at Huijsen, the 19-year-old who's heavily linked with a summer transfer to Liverpool.

Madrid has scouted several players, including Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate and Arsenal's William Saliba.

However, both are expected to come with a hefty price tag, whereas Huijsen could offer far greater value for money.

The Spanish club is also eyeing Ajax prodigy Jorrel Hato, who has played alongside Huijsen at international youth levels for the Netherlands before the Premier League talent chose to represent Spain.

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Spanish outlet Marca initially reported Madrid's interest in Huijsen.

Premier League powerhouses - such as Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United - are believed to be monitoring the teenager's progress, and reports last month suggested he has a £50 million ($65 million) release clause that becomes active in the summer transfer window.

Bournemouth secured Huijsen's signature last summer for £12.5 million ($16.3 million) on a six-year deal, a move Juventus might now be ruing.

Dean Huijsen has impressed this season

But now with the injury to Marcos (Senesi), he for sure will have to play more.

"It is not always easy to play as a defender in the Premier League, but I hope the young players can grow together and continue their development
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