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Juventus weighing up 2023 Bosman move for Real Madrid ace – report
Juventus are going through a difficult period, with the club enduring a fall from grace over the past couple of years. They have recently closed the financial year with a loss of €250 million – the highest in the club’s history.
But that has not deterred the Italians from keeping tabs on the market. In fact, a report from MARCA suggests the Bianconeri have already identified several targets for the summer of 2023, one of which is Real Madrid ace Marco Asensio.
Juventus have been keeping track of the Spanish international for some time now and could consider a move at the end of the season.
Asensio himself has not enjoyed the best of spells at Real Madrid lately. He has fallen behind in the pecking order amid dwindling form and a series of injuries. Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo’s rapid rise to prominence has not helped his cause either.
It has led to the playmaker featuring in just 47 minutes of action this season, and with his contract at Santiago Bernabeu expiring in 2023, many expect the player to leave Real Madrid in the near future.
This has put Juventus on red alert. The Bianconeri consider Asensio as an ideal target due to his vast experience at the highest level of football, coupled with his attacking qualities that could go a long way in enhancing the club’s creative prowess in the final third.
Juventus are ideally looking for players that offer the experience to the table. Asensio, to that end, fits the bill well, having featured in 239 competitive matches for Real Madrid. He has also won three Champions League and La Liga titles.
And with the Spanish international likely to be available on a free transfer, Asensio could prove to be an ideal target for Real Madrid. However, luring him to Turin might not be easy, as AC Milan are also involved in the contest.
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Real Madrid star Huijsen credits Mourinho for improved form in new season: ‘He supports me a lot’
Real Madrid will be looking to get back to winning ways in LaLiga as they take on Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.
The club are coming on the back of a 1-0 defeat to Real Betis last weekend but did secure a narrow win over Inter Milan in the midweek Champions League fixture.
Heading into this game, Dean Huijsen, who has been showing a lot of promise in these early parts of the season, spoke to the club’s official media about the match ahead and how Real Madrid have been coping with the pressure early on, among other things.
Huijsen on Rayo and his defensive duties
The young centre-back was fully aware of the threat posed by Rayo and praised the opposition.
“We know that Rayo is a good team, and it’s a tough team to face, and we must give our all as we do in all matches to secure the three points, that’s the only thing that matters, and for the Bernabeu to be with us and for us all to be united,” he said.
He also detailed the defensive demands placed on him by the coaching staff led by Jose Mourinho.
“Well, what every coach asks of you: ferocity, intercepting balls, and winning one-on-one duels. He supports me a lot, and I think this helps me greatly, and defending together as a team,” he said.
On the team’s preparations for the fixture, Huijsen offered an insight into their training routine.
“We’re working on some tactics related to the opponent. And well, after that it depends on the day; we might play a mini-match among ourselves or not,” he added.
Huijsen on Mourinho and his fine form
The Spaniard was quick to credit Mourinho, with whom he previously worked at Roma, for his development and current level.
“We’ve known each other for a while, even though we spent a relatively short time together in Rome. He gave me the opportunity to make the real leap into professional football, and I’ll always be grateful to him for that,” Huijsen said.
Reflecting on his own performances, the defender was in confident mood, once again pointing to the influence of his coach and teammates.
“I think I’m in good shape. Well, I think I’m delivering a good level, and I believe that’s thanks to the coach too, as he keeps track of me and takes great care of me.”
“Well, I’m also doing my very best, and I think the teammates are supporting me too, and this is the perfect equation,” he added.
Finally, Huijsen explained how he manages his recovery amid a congested schedule.
“There are a lot of matches, so we need to recover well and stay focused on football, then you have to sleep well. And yes, on the days after the match, I also take a cold shower and a hot shower to recover better,” he concluded.
