Dean Huijsen’s Father Discusses Juventus Departure

Insight from Donald Huijsen on Thiago Motta’s Approach

Donald Huijsen, the father and agent of Dean Huijsen, has shared his thoughts regarding former Juventus coach Thiago Motta and how he treated his son during his time at the club.

A Remarkable Transition to Real Madrid

This summer, Dean Huijsen completed a stunning £50 million transfer to Real Madrid, marking a significant turnaround for a defender who struggled to secure a spot in Bournemouth’s lineup just seven months prior, under the management of Andoni Iraola.

Confusion Over Juventus’ Decisions

The 20-year-old defender was sold to the Premier League club by Juventus only a season earlier, and his father expressed bewilderment over the reasoning behind the team’s actions. In a conversation with Tuttosport, he reflected on the harshness of the Italian club’s decisions.

“It was truly shocking. We were in disbelief and felt it was a devastating moment. It felt like a terrible blow, leaving us perplexed and questioning the motives behind this abrupt separation,” he stated.

Donald continued, “Dean thrived during his time in Turin. He mastered the language and was highly regarded by everyone—his teammates, the staff, and even those in other areas of the club.”

Harsh Treatment of Young Talent

“Both Giuntoli and Motta were unequivocal about his future. They conveyed harshly that Dean was no longer part of the plans and that he was not permitted to train with the first team,” he added.

This past weekend, in a match against Atlético Madrid, Huijsen faced challenges against the opposition’s robust forwards, contributing to a 5-2 loss that could underscore Juventus’s decision to part ways with him.

Upcoming Matches for Real Madrid

Real Madrid is set to face Kairat Almaty on Tuesday, and Huijsen may be given a chance to prove himself as he seeks to enhance his defensive skills.