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Real Madrid confident of beating Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool for £50m gem’s signing
Dean Huijsen is sparking a major transfer war heading into the summer window as top clubs across Europe battle for his signing.
The 20-year-old centre-back is a top target for Real Madrid as they seek to reinforce their defensive unit, but big English sides like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool are also keen on the AFC Bournemouth star.
Chelsea, in particular, have been keen on landing the Spaniard who has a £50 million release clause in his contract, emerging as a major threat to Los Blancos.
On top of that, reports from Florian Plettenberg earlier today suggested that Arsenal and Liverpool were in pole position to sign the youngster.
Real Madrid eke ahead of Premier League trio
However, according to the latest update from The Telegraph, Real Madrid have now moved ahead of the Premier League trio in the race to sign Huijsen and are confident of securing his signing.
Given the rising interest in the youngster, Real Madrid have stepped up their efforts to sign the 20-year-old former Juventus starlet and have held fresh talks with his camp.
In fact, the report states that Los Blancos are prepared to offer Huijsen a ‘significantly higher’ fixed salary to move ahead of Chelsea, who are still not giving up on the Bournemouth youngster.
Arsenal and Liverpool still remain in the picture, too, but Real Madrid are moving quickly to ensure that Huijsen ends up leaving the Premier League and are confident of taking him to the Santiago Bernabeu.
There has been speculation that Real Madrid want to have Huijsen in the squad for the FIFA Club World Cup in the USA next month.
Given the injury crisis in defence, having him would be a huge boost. But only time will tell if they are able to close the deal on his signing by then.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
