Dean Huijsen salary: What he earned at Bournemouth before Real Madrid move
Spanish defender Dean Huijsen has taken a meteoric path through European football. After emerging from Málaga’s academy, the gifted centre-back polished his skills at Juventus and gained experience at AS Roma. But it was his breakout season at AFC Bournemouth that truly turned heads — ultimately earning him a dream move to Spanish giants Real Madrid.
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Dean Huijsen’s Bournemouth Salary Breakdown
During his single season with the Cherries, Huijsen signed a lucrative six-year deal, reflecting his immense potential. At Bournemouth, the young Spaniard earned £30,000 per week, amounting to an annual salary of £1.56 million (approximately $2.09 million USD).
Despite his youth, these figures placed him among Bournemouth’s notable earners, although not at the top. For comparison, Brazilian forward Evanilson topped the wage chart with a weekly salary of £85,000, while Justin Kluivert and Kepa Arrizabalaga followed closely behind.
Top 5 Bournemouth Salaries (GBP):
1. Evanilson – £85,000/week
2. Justin Kluivert – £80,000/week
3. Kepa Arrizabalaga – £75,000/week
4. Ryan Christie – £70,000/week
5. Luis Sinisterra – £65,000/week
Huijsen's performance in England impressed many, and Real Madrid swiftly activated his £50 million release clause. He will now earn significantly more in La Liga, though exact figures remain undisclosed.
Where Does Huijsen Rank Among Football’s Top Earners?
While Huijsen's Premier League salary was strong for a young defender, it pales in comparison to global superstars. Erling Haaland leads the Premier League with a weekly wage of £525,000, while Cristiano Ronaldo remains the world’s top-paid footballer, earning over £3.27 million per week at Al Nassr.
Global Top 3 Highest Paid Footballers (GBP/week):
1. Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr) – £3,270,519
2. Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad) – £1,635,259
3. Riyad Mahrez (Al Ahli) – £853,605
Dean Huijsen's rapid rise through Europe’s elite clubs is mirrored in his salary progression. From earning £30,000 a week at Bournemouth to landing a five-year contract with Real Madrid, his financial and professional trajectory is undoubtedly on the ascent. As he embarks on this new chapter in Madrid, expectations — and likely his wages — have never been higher.