Arsenal could land one of these five Dean Huijsen alternatives

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Ayer 09:18

Arsenal’s summer plans have been dealt a serious blow, with Dean Huijsen now close to joining Real Madrid.

The Gunners were keen on the Spanish defender after his standout spell at Bournemouth, but they must now look elsewhere.

Here are five options the Gunners could consider to replace Huijsen

Branthwaite has been one of the best young defenders in the Premier League since breaking into Everton’s senior team.

The 22-year-old centre-back has formed a strong partnership with James Tarkowski and is now an England international.

His style of play suits Arsenal perfectly. He is physically strong and agile and can handle one-on-one situations with ease.

Branthwaite would give Mikel Arteta a solid alternative to Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba, while also boosting squad depth.

Ajax defender Hato is another long-term target for Arsenal.

He is versatile and can play as a left-back or centre-back, which adds valuable flexibility to any defensive line.

The Dutchman is quick, aggressive in duels and excellent on the ball. His dribbling, passing and reading of the game stand out.

A move to Arsenal would mirror Jurrien Timber’s path, and Hato’s playing style fits well with Arteta’s tactical system.

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Valencia’s Mosquera is also attracting interest from top clubs across Europe following his consistent season in La Liga.

The 20-year-old Spanish defender has played 39 matches this season, showing maturity and composure beyond his age.

He is strong in the air, reads the game well and can also play as a wing-back when needed.

Mosquera could offer Arsenal a dependable defensive option with good long-term potential and versatility.

Sporting CP star Diomande has impressed with his performances in the Portuguese top flight.

The 21-year-old Ivorian has shown strong tackling ability, calmness in possession and a good understanding of defensive structure.

His athleticism and ball-playing qualities would be a good fit for Arsenal’s high line and progressive style of play.

Diomande’s physical presence and recovery pace make him an ideal target for Arsenal.

Scalvini has all the qualities of a modern centre-back, combining defensive awareness with technical ability and calm passing.

The Atalanta defender can operate on either side of central defence and is known for his composure under pressure.

Despite a tough season due to injury, Scalvini remains one of Italy’s brightest defensive talents at just 21 years of age.

He suffered a shoulder injury in February and has been out since, but his potential is high.