Transfer Tussle: Real Madrid Make Shock Move to Sign Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen

In another day of high-stakes transfer drama, Real Madrid are said to have won the race to sign highly-rated centre back Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth, ending interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool.

The Spanish giants have reportedly been in talks with the Cherries for several days, and it appears they have secured a deal for the talented young defender. The move is a significant coup for Real Madrid, who are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of next season.

In other transfer news, Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that midfielder Dejan Kulusevski will miss the Europa League final after undergoing surgery on a knee injury. Liverpool, meanwhile, are facing a crunch decision over England star Trent Alexander-Arnold, with Real Madrid reportedly asking to release him for free before he joins them in the Club World Cup.

Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen is believed to have a £50m release clause in his contract, which would make his transfer all the more lucrative for any interested party. The news has left fans of rival clubs searching for alternatives to sign the highly-rated talent.

Norwich City are also on the hunt for new management, with former Liverpool assistant Pep Lijnders set to meet with the Carrow Road hierarchy. Meanwhile, Manchester United flop Joshua Zirkzee is reportedly making headlines as the latest potential acquisition in a summer of transfers.

Other clubs are also making waves in the transfer market, from Arsenal's surprise interest in Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen to Chelsea Women FC's new ownership and Liverpool's ongoing pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz.

In completely different news, tennis legend Serena Williams' husband Alexis Ohanian has made headlines as a new shareholder at Chelsea Women FC, while snooker star Mark King was dealt another blow after having his five-year ban overturned.