Chelsea receive huge boost as Bournemouth star Dean Huijsen's release clause revealed amid interest from Blues, Real Madrid & Bayern Munich

Huijsen joined Bournemouth from Juventus in the summer of 2024 for a fee that could rise to €18 million (£15m). The young defender has enjoyed a stellar campaign in the Premier League, having appeared in 22 matches across all competitions for the Cherries. He has played a major role in the club fighting for a top-four spot this season. They are currently one point behind fourth-placed Manchester City.

The youngster is being closely followed by European giants like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Chelsea and according to Fabrizio Romano, Huijsen has a £50m release clause in his existing deal which will become active in the upcoming summer transfer window.

The 19-year-old has formed a strong defensive partnership with team-mate Illya Zabarnyi this season. The Dorset club have conceded 29 goals in 25 matches thus far which is the joint third least number of goals conceded by a club in the Premier League after Arsenal and Liverpool.

After thrashing Southampton 3-1 last weekend, Andoni Iraola's side will be back in action on February 22 as they take on Wolves at home.