Liverpool Ready to Pursue £50M-Rated PSG, Real Madrid Target as Van Dijk Successor | OneFootball

Paris Saint-Germain showed interest in Dean Huijsen last summer as part of a defensive revamp, but the Spanish center-back ultimately joined AFC Bournemouth. If PSG pushes for him again, they’ll face stiff competition.

Even after signing Willian Pacho, PSG might still look for another center-back, particularly with Milan Skriniar expected to leave on a permanent deal this summer.

According to CaughtOffside, Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and PSG are all keeping an eye on the 19-year-old.

Huijsen has made a strong impression in the Premier League, drawing praise and attention from top clubs. If PSG decides to pursue him, they’ll likely face tough competition, and any suitor may need to meet a hefty asking price.

What’s the latest on Dean Huijsen?

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TEAMtalk reports that Liverpool holds Huijsen in such high regard that they believe he could be Virgil van Dijk’s ideal successor as their future defensive leader.

Moreover, Football Insider reported that Liverpool are considering Van Dijk’s age as they discuss a new contract, with the center-back set to turn 34 this summer.

The report from TEAMtalk adds that while the club hopes Van Dijk will extend his contract, they’re also keeping an eye on the long-term and are determined to sign a new center-back, even if the skipper stays.

As for the cost, Huijsen has a £50 million release clause in his contract with Bournemouth.