Juventus is reportedly exploring options for defensive reinforcements, potentially seeking to re-sign two promising young players they previously had in their system: Dean Huijsen and Tarek Muharemovic. This information comes from reports by La Stampa, relayed by Tuttomercatoweb.
Dean Huijsen, the Dutch defender, has played for Bournemouth and Real Madrid since his somewhat contentious departure from Juventus. He has established himself as a regular for Los Merengues in both La Liga and the Champions League. Despite his contributions, Real Madrid is reportedly not entirely content with their defensive setup and may look to make adjustments. Juventus, now under new management and a different coaching staff since Huijsen’s 2024 exit—which was largely driven by financial considerations—might view his return differently.
Juventus is monitoring the situation, anticipating whether Real Madrid might sell or loan Huijsen, potentially looking to recover a significant investment. Simultaneously, they are prepared to compete with Inter and other clubs for Tarek Muharemovic, another talent who previously developed within Juventus’s youth ranks.
Should Juventus pursue Muharemovic, currently with Sassuolo, they would hold a significant advantage over competitors. The potential transfer fee would be halved due to a clause entitling Juventus to 50 percent of any future sale. Furthermore, Kenan Yildiz, a current Juventus player, has maintained contact with his former Next Gen teammates and would reportedly welcome a reunion.
Our Take on Juventus, Huijsen, and Muharemovic
Bringing back Huijsen (the former) would rectify what many consider a significant misjudgment by Juventus, given how much his potential was initially undervalued. However, it seems unlikely that Real Madrid would part ways with him, especially given the financial implications and the unappealing nature of a mere loan deal. On the other hand, Muharemovic (the latter) has showcased his capabilities internationally. Juventus would be remiss not to seriously consider securing his services or risk allowing him to join another major club without gaining a substantial benefit.
