Bayern join race to sign key Bournemouth defender

Bayern Munich have reportedly joined the race to sign key Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen in the summer.

Bayern are revealed to be plotting a bid for Liverpool, Arsenal & Chelsea target as key detail in Bournemouth defender’s £50m release clause revealed.

Huijsen has been impressive in his debut season with the Cherries, having joined from Juventus last year.

The 20-year-old centre-back is now a subject of a six-way transfer battle, and is expected to leave at the end of the campaign, with Chelsea said to be leading other Premier League giants, Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Real Madrid in the race to sign him.

According to Sky Sport reports, the Spain international is seen by Bayern as an affordable asset to strengthen their back line, and are in the frame to make a bid in the summer.

Despite Bayern’s interest, the Bavarians may have to satisfy a clause in his contract that only allows him to leave Bournemouth for £50m, while a further report adds that it can be paid in three instalments, making it easier for the top teams to afford.

Dean Huijsen Real Madrid — The 20-year-old has been a revelation for Bournemouth in the 2024/25 campaign(Image credit: Getty Images)

That notwithstanding, several teams have already started negotiations over a deal for the 20-year-old, but no decision has been made so far.

Huijsen has been pivotal in the Premier League campaign in the Bournemouth starting XI, making 31 appearances in all competitions.

Aside from the keen interest from the top six Premier League giants, Spanish reigning champions Madrid are looking to beef up their defence with a new face, after an enduring season plagued with many injuries to their center-backs David Alaba and Éder Militão.

Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be looking on with great interest to pounce on the opportunity to sign the youngster in the summer.