He's leaving Ajax for Real Madrid: Dean Huijsen knows he's a top signing, just €12M

Real Madrid keeps looking at the market for solutions for their defensive line. Despite the arrival of Dean Huijsen, who has quickly established himself as the leader of the backline, the other members of Madrid's defense raise some doubts. That's why Xabi doesn't rule out turning to the transfer window.

Militao has just returned after two very serious injuries and still needs to regain his form. Meanwhile, David Alaba and Antonio Rüdiger are facing their final months of contract, which brings them closer to leaving next summer. The situation doesn't improve with Raúl Asencio: he has earned a spot and can play in different positions, but he is still far from the level shown by, for example, Dean Huijsen.

Xabi Alonso needs reliable alternatives and Florentino Pérez knows it. That's why the sporting management has set their sights on one of the most promising gems of Dutch soccer. He plays in the Netherlands and would be the best possible partner for Dean Huijsen.

An Ajax diamond for Real Madrid

The name that is most liked in the offices at Bernabéu is Youri Baas. The young Ajax defender is one of the sensations of the Eredivisie thanks to his defensive reliability and his great ball distribution. At 22 years old, he has already settled in Amsterdam, showing a maturity unusual for his age and achieving defensive stats that very few center-backs can reach.

His current value is around €12 million (about $13 million), an affordable figure for Real Madrid. However, the reality is that, with so many teams closely following him, Youri Baas's final price will be higher. In the Premier League and Serie A, they have already inquired about him, which foreshadows a major bidding war in the next market.

Youri Baas, the perfect fit for Dean Huijsen

In Valdebebas, they believe that Youri Baas could form a top-class partnership with Dean Huijsen at the heart of the defense. The Dutchman brings strength, tactical awareness, and speed in challenges, qualities that perfectly complement the physical power and clean distribution of the former Bournemouth player.

In this regard, the idea of bringing together two young center-backs with so much potential appeals to Xabi Alonso, who wants to build a solid defense for many years. Moreover, Youri Baas also fits Florentino Pérez's transfer policy: young players, with room for growth, and with an affordable initial cost. The operation will not be easy, but at the white club, they know it is worth trying.

The future of the white backline

With Alaba and Rüdiger on their way out, Real Madrid needs fresh blood to shore up the defense. Youri Baas emerges as a market opportunity that can't be missed.

Time will tell if Florentino Pérez decides to go for his signing, but what is clear is that Ajax will have a hard time keeping him. At Bernabéu, they are already dreaming of seeing Youri Baas and Huijsen leading Madrid's defense over the next decade.