Madrid, May 17 -- Real Madrid and AFC Bournemouth have reached an agreement for the transfer of defender Dean Huijsen on a five-year deal.

Real Madrid on Saturday released a statement to confirm the arrival of the 20-year-old Spaniard on a five-year contract, which read, "Real Madrid C. F. and AFC Bournemouth have reached an agreement for the transfer of Dean Huijsen, who will be linked to our club for the next five seasons, from 1 June 2025 to 30 June 2030."

Bournemouth confirmed that Real Madrid activated the £50 million release clause to sign the youngster. According to reports, Premier League top clubs Newcastle, Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal were keen to acquire the services of the young defender, who grabbed the headlines in...