Chelsea Leading the Race for Dean Huijsen as Liverpool Monitor Situation Closely

Liverpool’s recruitment team continues to keep a close eye on emerging talent across Europe, and one name that’s come into sharp focus is Dean Huijsen. However, current reports suggest that Chelsea are firmly in pole position to land the highly-rated centre-back.

The 19-year-old Dutch-Spanish defender, currently on loan at Roma from Juventus, has impressed scouts with his composure, strength, and ball-playing ability. His performances in Serie A have turned heads, and it’s no surprise that top Premier League clubs are circling.

While Liverpool have shown interest and continue to monitor Huijsen's development, Chelsea are said to be the front-runners at this stage. With an aggressive youth-focused transfer strategy, the London club appears willing to push ahead with a concrete approach – one that could see them secure Huijsen’s signature before the competition ramps up further.

For Liverpool, the defensive line is expected to be a key area of focus this summer, especially with the future of key players under review and a new manager settling into the role. Huijsen fits the mould of a long-term investment – a player with high ceiling and resale value – but the Reds may be unwilling to enter a bidding war.

As it stands, Chelsea’s proactive stance has them leading the chase. Whether Liverpool choose to make a late move or focus their attention elsewhere remains to be seen – but for now, Stamford Bridge seems the likelier destination.