Dean Huijsen's role for El Clásico confirmed: 'He's going to play alongside...'

Real Madrid's next major commitment will be El Clásico against FC Barcelona, a clash that could set the definitive course for the season. It's true that, before that, the white team will have to face a Champions League matchday, but all eyes are already on the October 26 match at Bernabéu. The event promises intense emotions and will require the best version of Xabi Alonso's men.

Real Madrid arrives with sky-high morale after stringing together good results in La Liga and Champions League. The team has managed to reinvent itself under the Basque coach, combining defensive solidity with a devastating attacking punch. However, the physical problems of several players have set off the alarm for the coaching staff, especially in the defensive line.

Real Madrid's defensive line is the protagonist

In this context, one of the major pieces of news is the recovery of Dean Huijsen. The tall center-back  hinted this very morning that he will be available for El Clásico. His return comes at the best possible moment, as his presence is seen as vital to stop players like Lamine Yamal.

The big question, however, is who will be his partner in the center of defense. With Rüdiger injured and out of action, the options are reduced to Éder Militao, David Alaba, and Raúl Asencio. But in recent hours, a new development has completely changed the outlook.

David Alaba has been injured again. The Austrian will not be available for El Clásico and his absence is a heavy blow for Xabi Alonso's planning. This way, the defensive equation is reduced to just two real options: Militao or Asencio.

Éder Militao will accompany Dean Huijsen

Without Alaba, everything points to Dean Huijsen and Éder Militao being chosen to form Madrid's center-back pairing in El Clásico. The combination of youth and experience convinces Xabi Alonso, who believes both complement each other perfectly. Huijsen brings tactical intelligence and clean distribution; Militao, speed, aerial power, and forcefulness.

At Valdebebas, there is full confidence that this duo can contain Barça's offensive power. The mission will not be easy, especially if Hansi Flick manages to recover his strikers for the match. However, at Real Madrid, they believe Dean Huijsen and Éder Militao can be the perfect wall to keep the lead.

If this line-up is confirmed, El Clásico will also be a new opportunity for Dean Huijsen to consolidate his status as untouchable at Bernabéu. His evolution has been meteoric and his match against Barça could be another decisive step in his establishment as one of the best young defenders in the world. The challenge is enormous, but if he has shown anything, it's that he is ready for anything.