Andoni Iraola believes Dean Huijsen is fully prepared for his move to Real Madrid after signing for £50 million from Bournemouth. The young defender played a key role in Bournemouth's recent season, being nominated for the Premier League's Young Player of the Season and averaging 4.1 progressive passes per 90 minutes. Despite interest from prominent clubs, it was Madrid that secured his transfer. Huijsen's final game with Bournemouth will be against Leicester City, who are looking to finish their season strongly. Iraola expresses confidence in Huijsen's maturity and ability to thrive at a top club like Madrid.
I have no doubt that he's ready for this jump. Real Madrid is probably the biggest club in the world... I think he's going to be very good for Real Madrid.
Huijsen has averaged 4.1 progressive passes per 90 minutes this term, the third-most among all centre-backs to play at least 1,500 minutes in the competition.
He was also nominated for the Premier League's Young Player of the Season award, having made 31 league appearances for the Cherries this campaign.
Leicester are unbeaten in their last three league games, and will want to end an otherwise underwhelming season on a high against the Cherries.
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