Dean Huijsen expounded upon his rationale for affiliating with Juventus, delineating his robust rapport with Jose Mourinho, and elucidating his preference for representing Spain over the Netherlands.
The 18-year-old ascended into the Bianconeri’s first team during the initial phase of the current season, marking his debut in the triumph over Milan. Subsequently, he embarked on a six-month loan spell with the Giallorossi in January, thereby availing himself of increased opportunities for regular on-field engagements.
During his nascent tenure with Roma, Huijsen has evinced several commendable attributes, garnering three starts in his 12 appearances and tallying two goals in the process. His return to Juventus at the culmination of the season is imminent, albeit devoid of any accompanying purchase clause within his loan agreement.
In an interview with Marca conducted via TMW, Huijsen expounded upon the dichotomy between his affiliations with the Netherlands and Spain.
“Yes, I identify strongly with the Spanish ethos. I am immensely gratified to be an integral component of their national team, especially considering my upbringing in Malaga since the age of five.”
He delineated the impetus behind his decision to enlist with Juventus in July 2021.
“I believed that Italy would furnish me with greater opportunities for refinement. While I had already honed my ball control, I recognized the imperative of augmenting my prowess in defensive duels, tackling, and tactical acumen.”
Reflecting on his transition to Roma and the subsequent dismissal of Mourinho, the 18-year-old remarked:
“Indeed, that transpired. Mourinho has consistently accorded me commendable treatment, yet my rapport with Daniele de Rossi has burgeoned into an extraordinary alliance. He demonstrates exemplary solicitude towards me, epitomizing a superlative individual with whom I share a harmonious relationship.”
When queried about the prospect of plying his trade in La Liga, Huijsen remained circumspect.
“The capricious nature of football precludes definitive prognostication. At present, I derive contentment from my current circumstances.”
Concluding the discourse, Huijsen elucidated the motivation behind emulating Cristiano Ronaldo’s celebratory gesture subsequent to his goal against Frosinone.
“It was an impromptu decision spurred by a whimsical anecdote. The preceding day, whilst engaged in a gaming session on my PlayStation with a comrade, I jestingly proclaimed my intent to replicate Ronaldo’s celebratory demeanor in the event of scoring. And so, it transpired.”