Real Madrid’s Dean Huijsen shines for Spain and receives praise from fans
Dean Huijsen impressed again with Spain’s national team, confirming Real Madrid’s big investment in the young defender. Fans hailed him online as “the best in the world.”
Strong performance in 3-0 win over Bulgaria
The 20-year-old centre-back started in Spain’s 3-0 victory against Bulgaria on Wednesday (4) and put up solid numbers, according to Sofascore. Huijsen registered:
- 1 interception, 1 blocked shot and 4 clearances
- 2/4 ground duels won and 2/2 aerial duels won
- 116 ball touches and 94% passing accuracy (93 of 103 passes)
- 6/7 long passes completed and 1 key pass
He also took two shots (both off target) and dribbled past an opponent, showing confidence going forward.
Fans hail Huijsen: “Best young defender in the world”
After the match, Real Madrid supporters filled social media with praise. On X (formerly Twitter), posts by The Madrid Zone received comments such as:
- “Real Madrid’s best signing of the summer.”
- “Best young defender in the world.”
- “This guy could win a Ballon d’Or as a defender.”
Many fans highlighted his maturity despite his age, saying performances like this are “a normal day for him.”
Key player for Xabi Alonso’s Madrid
Huijsen has already been a starter in all three matches for Real Madrid this season, providing an assist in the 2-1 win over Mallorca.
Signed in May from Bournemouth for €62.5 million (R$373.9m), Huijsen is under contract at the Bernabéu until June 2030. Coach Xabi Alonso sees him as a long-term pillar of the defense.
