Nationality: Dutch-born, now Spanish international
Date of Birth: 14/04/2005
Height: 196 cm
Weight: 85 kg
Dean Huijsen is a highly promising centre-back known for his composure, aerial dominance, and ball-playing ability. Originally from Amsterdam, he moved to Spain at age five and began his youth career at Costa Unida CF before joining Málaga’s academy. In 2021, he moved to Juventus, initially playing for their U19 team and making his Serie A debut in October 2023. He was loaned to Roma, where he impressed with his performances, scoring twice in four starts. In July 2024, Huijsen signed a six-year contract with AFC Bournemouth. His strong performances in the Premier League earned him a move to Real Madrid in May 2025. Huijsen has represented both the Netherlands and Spain at youth levels and made his senior debut for Spain in 2025.
