By Oliver Blackwood | The Newcastle Chronicle Times
Newcastle United are on the verge of completing a major defensive signing, with talks at an advanced stage to bring Dean Huijsen to St James’ Park in a deal worth £50 million plus a further £15 million in performance-related add-ons.
The 19-year-old Spanish centre-back, currently owned by Juventus and loaned to Bournemouth, has impressed across the Premier League with his composure on the ball, physical dominance, aerial ability and positional intelligence — all traits that have made him one of the most sought-after young defenders in Europe.
Sources close to the negotiations have confirmed to The Chronicle Times that the deal is not yet finalised, but significantly advanced, with Newcastle confident of beating late competition to secure the player’s signature before the window opens.
Huijsen’s arrival would provide a natural long-term partner for the likes of Sven Botman and Fabian Schär, while also adding depth and flexibility alongside defensive midfielders like Bruno Guimarães and Joelinton. The Magpies' coaching staff are said to be thrilled by the prospect of integrating Huijsen’s ball-playing qualities into their system.
The towering centre-half has already delivered eye-catching performances at St James’ Park this season while playing for Bournemouth, something that reportedly left a lasting impression on Newcastle scouts and decision-makers.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid — long-time admirers of Huijsen — have remained passive, more focused on preparing for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup than reinforcing their squad. Their hesitation has opened the door for Newcastle to move aggressively and put themselves in pole position.
With Eddie Howe pushing for top-level reinforcements ahead of a demanding season, Dean Huijsen looks set to become a key figure in the Magpies’ future backline — should the final details fall into place.
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