Dean Huijsen Set for Liverpool Move as Quansah Nears Exit

With a £50m-rated Dean Huijsen deal nearing completion, Liverpool look to replace 22-year-old defender Jarell Quansah, who is attracting interest from Newcastle, Dortmund, and Inter. The 19-year-old Huijsen impressed at Bournemouth, prompting swift talks. Liverpool’s summer plans under Arne Slot also include bids for Milos Kerkez, Jorell Hato, and a €150m marquee attacker.

As the Premier League season nears its conclusion, Liverpool are preparing for a busy summer transfer window under new manager Arne Slot. The club is close to finalizing a deal for 19-year-old Dutch centre-back Dean Huijsen, who impressed on loan at Bournemouth and is expected to cost a significant part of a potential £95 million double swoop that includes left-back Milos Kerkez. Slot, who has brought Liverpool to the brink of a league title in his first season, is now focusing on reshaping the squad in his image.

Huijsen’s imminent arrival signals the likely departure of Jarell Quansah. The 22-year-old defender, who has made 56 appearances since his 2023/24 breakthrough, is being targeted by Newcastle United, with Bundesliga clubs Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen also showing interest. Liverpool are reportedly seeking between £35 million and £50 million for the homegrown talent.

Slot’s tactical emphasis on ball-playing defenders has influenced this shift, as Quansah may not fit the evolving system. Beyond Huijsen, Liverpool are pursuing Ajax defender Jorell Hato and could enter a bidding war with Arsenal. The Reds are also prepared to spend £130.1 million on a marquee attacker and are interested in Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma, signaling an ambitious rebuild in the post-Klopp era.