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

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‎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).

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‎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.

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‎Top 5 Bournemouth Salaries (GBP):

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‎1. Evanilson – £85,000/week

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‎2. Justin Kluivert – £80,000/week

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‎3. Kepa Arrizabalaga – £75,000/week

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‎4. Ryan Christie – £70,000/week

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‎5. Luis Sinisterra – £65,000/week

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‎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.

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‎Where Does Huijsen Rank Among Football’s Top Earners?

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‎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.

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‎Global Top 3 Highest Paid Footballers (GBP/week):

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‎1. Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr) – £3,270,519

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‎2. Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad) – £1,635,259

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‎3. Riyad Mahrez (Al Ahli) – £853,605

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‎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.