Dean Huijsen - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Dealing with minor leg issue Huijsen is not traveling with Real Madrid for Saturday's friendly against Fiorentina due to a minor muscular issue in his right leg, nothing serious, according to Arancha Rodriguez...

Impact Huijsen made 37 appearances for Real Madrid in his first season at the club, contributing two goals and two assists, and quickly established himself as a key defensive presence after his move from Bournemouth last summer. His minor absence now comes as newcomer Ibrahima Konate has arrived to provide fresh competition in central defense, and how the two settle into the back line heading into the 2026/27 La Liga campaign under new coach Jose Mourinho will be one of the more notable storylines to track in the coming weeks.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Clears illness Huijsen (illness) returned to full team training and is an option for Sunday's clash against Sevilla, according to the club.

Impact Huijsen had been left out of Thursday's squad against Real Oviedo after his viral infection failed to clear in time, but his swift return to collective sessions is a clean bill of health heading into the final fixture of Real Madrid's season. The young center-back should push to regain his spot in the defensive lineup against Sevilla, with Raul Asencio having covered in his absence during the Oviedo fixture.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Oviedo Huijsen (illness) was not included in the squad for Thursday's clash against Real Oviedo, according to the club.

Impact Huijsen's absence confirms the viral infection has not cleared in time despite returning to training earlier in the week. Raul Asencio is expected to continue filling in at center-back, with no return timeline provided beyond Thursday's fixture.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Wednesday Huijsen (illness) rejoined the squad in training after recovering from a viral infection and could be an option for Thursday's clash against Real Oviedo, according to the club.

Impact Huijsen had been a late scratch from the starting XI for Sunday's Clasico against Barcelona after feeling weak and faint during warmups, making his return to the training pitch an encouraging development. The defender's availability for Thursday will depend on how he responds to the session, with Raul Asencio having filled in during his absence. Getting Huijsen back in contention for the final fixtures of the season would give coach Alvaro Arbeloa additional options in the defensive unit as Real Madrid close out the campaign.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Sunday Huijsen was a late scratch from the starting XI Sunday against Barcelona due to an apparent injury.

Impact Huijsen was dropped from the starting XI following warmups Sunday, as the defender appears to have suffered an injury in the build-up. This leaves the club with Raul Asencio starting, a typical switch for the club. This should have minor implications on the remainder of the season for Real Madrid, but may be something to watch for the Spanish National Team if the injury is even close to serious.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 4 • goal

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MARCH 31 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

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MARCH 24 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Real Madrid player ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Vinicius Jr provides the derby-day double while Fede Valverde impresses again despite red card to keep title race alive

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MARCH 22 • goal

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Scores goal Huijsen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Elche.

Impact Huijsen recorded a goal from center back on Saturday, adding on with a block shot and four clearances. This was his first league start since Feb 14, recording 11 tackles won, 11 blocked shots while keeping seven clean sheets in 20 appearance.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's Valverde keeps up scoring run in 4-1 win over Elche

Federico Valverde kept up his scoring run by notching his fifth goal in three games to help Real Madrid beat Elche 4-1 in the Spanish league on Saturday

MARCH 14 • Associated Press

Real Madrid player ratings vs Elche: Dean Huijsen does it all! Defender stars at both ends and Federico Valverde & Arda Guler net stunning goals as Alvaro Arbeloa's side stay hot on Barcelona's tail

Real Madrid cruised to a 4-1 win over struggling Elche to put the pressure back on La Liga leaders Barcelona. Los Blancos built on their thr...

MARCH 14 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Elche: Dean Huijsen does it all! Defender stars at both ends and Federico Valverde & Arda Guler net stunning goals as Alvaro Arbeloa's side stay hot on Barcelona's tail

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Federico Valverde turned in a Champions League performance for the ages, bagging a first-half hat-trick to lead Real Madrid to a comfortable...

MARCH 11 • goal

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Available to return Huijsen has served his card accumulation ban against Celta Vigo and could play again in upcoming fixtures.

Impact Huijsen should have a decent chance to start in at least one of next week's clashes against Manchester City and Elche in Champions League and La Liga action, respectively, challenging Raul Asencio and Antonio Rudiger at center-back. The former Bournemouth man has been limited due to injuries and suspension lately, but he should eventually be reliable for his averages of 4.4 clearances and 1.3 tackles per contest.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Accumulates five yellow cards Huijsen will be suspended for the next league matchup against Celta Vigo after receiving his fifth yellow card of the season Monday versus Getafe.

Impact Huijsen came off the bench in his comeback from a thigh injury, only to earn a one-game ban due to the card accumulation. The defender will aim to return on March 11 in UCL action against Machester City. Until then, Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba will be the likeliest center-back starters with Raul Asencio (neck) and Eder Militao (hamstring) still dealing with injuries.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Huijsen (thigh) is on the bench for Monday's match against Geatfe.

Impact Huijsen is back with his team this week after training earlier, making the bench for Monday's contest. The defender is a clear starter when fit and should return to that role in the place of David Alaba, likely being eased in from the bench Monday to secure his fitness, especially when facing a weaker team.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Saturday Huijsen (thigh) was spotted back in team training Saturday and could be an option for Monday's clash against Getafe, according to Madrid Xtra.

Impact Huijsen picked up a thigh issue in training at the end of last week, but the center-back was back out with the squad Saturday, signaling the setback was minor. He now has two full days to ramp back up before Monday's showdown with Getafe and remains in the mix to suit up. That said, if he's not fully cleared, David Alaba, Aurelien Tchouameni or Alvaro Carreras are lined up as options to slide into the left center-back role for the Merengues.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's Raul Asencio ruled out with neck injury after Eduardo Camavinga collision as Alvaro Arbeloa handed defensive headache

Real Madrid have suffered a massive blow to their defensive line ahead of their crucial La Liga matchup against Getafe. Breakout centre-back...

FEBRUARY 27 • goal

Real Madrid's Raul Asencio ruled out with neck injury after Eduardo Camavinga collision as Alvaro Arbeloa handed defensive headache

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Real Madrid is hoping Kylian Mbappé will be back in “a matter of days” after he missed Wednesday’s 2-1 victory over Benfica in the second leg of the Champions League playoffs

FEBRUARY 25 • Associated Press

Real Madrid's next centre-back? Los Blancos planning transfer raid for Borussia Dortmund star

Real Madrid are reportedly lining up a move for Borussia Dortmund and Germany centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck in the summer transfer window....

FEBRUARY 21 • goal

Real Madrid's next centre-back? Los Blancos planning transfer raid for Borussia Dortmund star

Diagnosed with thigh injury Huijsen will be out for the time being after sustaining a thigh injury in training Friday.

Impact Huijsen didn't train Friday, and further tests diagnosed him with an injury. He's expected to miss a few games, meaning Antonio Rudiger and Raul Asencio are likely to play at center-back going forward.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Friday Huijsen didn't train Friday due to a muscular injury and is not expected to be available for Saturday's game against Osasuna, according to Ruben Martin of Diario AS.

Impact Huijsen is dealing with a thigh problem, and while further tests wil be needed to determine the severity of the injury, all signs point to him not being available for Saturday's contest. If that's the case, Antonio Rudiger and Raul Asencio could start at center-back against Osasuna.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid player ratings vs Benfica: Vinicius Jr has the last laugh! Sublime goal seals Champions League play-off advantage in game marred by alleged racism

Vinicius Jr scored the only goal of an otherwise controversial fixture as Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions L...

FEBRUARY 17 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Benfica: Vinicius Jr has the last laugh! Sublime goal seals Champions League play-off advantage in game marred by alleged racism

"The only worry in this lineup" - Real Madrid fans react to star's inclusion in XI to face Benfica in UCL clash Fans reacted to centre-back Dean Huijsen starting Real Madrid's UEFA Champions League knockout play-off first-leg clash at Benfica on Tuesday (February 17).

FEBRUARY 17 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Outstanding performance in win Huijsen had one cross (zero accurate) and five tackles in Tuesday's 1-0 win versus Benfica.

Impact Huijsen finished with excellent defensive numbers, including a clean sheet and team-high figures of nine clearances and eight duels won, in the midweek trip. The central man has now made eight straight starts considering both league and European play, and he has exceeded 40 accurate passes every time while racking up multiple clearances and tackles in seven and four of those outings, respectively. In addition, he produced an assist on Feb. 8, although he's rarely involved in offensive actions.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

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