Chelsea are now in the running to sign a player from AFC Bournemouth after learning about a release clause.

On a sunny Saturday afternoon, Dean Huijsen had a standout performance as he helped Bournemouth secure a dominant 5-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. It was a match that showcased the young defender's talent and potential, catching the attention of top Premier League clubs like Arsenal and Manchester United.

The news of a potential release clause activating in Huijsen's contract this summer has caused a stir in the transfer market. At just 19 years old, he has already established himself as one of the best defenders in Europe, playing a crucial role in Bournemouth's climb up the Premier League table. In fact, with Huijsen and Illia Zabarnyi forming a formidable partnership in the heart of the defense, the Cherries have conceded the fewest goals in the entire top-flight in the past 11 games.

As expected, Huijsen's exceptional performances have not gone unnoticed, with transfer rumors linking him to top clubs like Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich. It seems that Enzo Maresca, the manager of Bayern Munich, has also expressed his interest in signing the talented defender. However, a January transfer seems unlikely, as Bournemouth is determined to keep hold of their star player amidst their push for European qualification and ongoing injury concerns.

It is reported that Huijsen has a release clause in his contract, which will be valid from this summer. The exact amount of the clause is yet to be revealed, but speculations suggest that Bournemouth has set a price tag of over 60 million euros for their prized asset. This is a significant increase from the €18.2m they paid for his services when he joined from Juventus last summer.

With Huijsen's contract running until 2030, Bournemouth holds a strong position in negotiations and has no intention of selling their star defender mid-season. However, a potential sale at the end of the season seems more likely, and it remains to be seen which club will be able to secure his signature. Until then, Huijsen will continue to impress with his remarkable performances on the pitch, scoring crucial goals against top teams like Tottenham and Manchester United this season.

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