Dean Huijsen: Four Premier League clubs eyeing Bournemouth defender

Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have both been linked with the centre-back in recent weeks.

Well-placed sources have indicated that Huijsen would prioritise a move to Real if the La Liga club were to accelerate their interest.

It is also understood that while regular playing time to ensure his continued development will be a key consideration for Huijsen when he comes to settle on his future, the prospect of Champions League participation will also be a factor.

Chelsea have a good relationship with Huijsen's advisors, which could also prove crucial.

Liverpool's interest in the ex-Juventus defender may depend on developments over Ibrahima Konate's future.

Konate, a regular for Arne Slot's team this season, is out of contract at the end of next season and if an agreement over an extension cannot be reached by the start of that campaign Liverpool may have to consider alternatives.

Joe Gomez and Jarell Quansah's futures at Anfield could also impact Liverpool's level of interest in Huijsen.

Newcastle will prioritise a new central defender this summer having missed out on number one target, Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, last year and could attract Huijsen, particularly if they qualify for the Champions League.

Arsenal central defensive duo William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes have been mainstays of Mikel Arteta's team and while the Gunners have an interest in Huijsen, breaking up that formidable partnership could prove a tall order.

Huijsen, who joined Bournemouth from Juventus last summer, has emerged as one of the best ball-playing central defenders in European football over the past 12 months and has been at the centre of an international tug-of-war between the Netherlands and Spain.

He was born in Amsterdam and played for the Netherlands up to U19s level, but is eligible for Spain having moved to Marbella as a youngster, secured Spanish citizenship last year and made his senior debut for the European champions last month.

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