Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen has shown maturity beyond his years after addressing supporters in the aftermath of Los Blancos’ crushing 5-2 defeat to city rivals Atletico Madrid over the weekend.
The young centre-back took to Instagram to send a heartfelt message to the fans, acknowledging the disappointing result while vowing that the team will keep working hard to bounce back.
“Apologies to the fans for this weekend. We’ll continue, we still have a long way to go,” Huijsen wrote, underlining his determination to learn from setbacks and push forward.
Despite the heavy loss at the Metropolitano, the Dutch defender’s gesture has been praised by Madridistas, who see him as a future leader at the heart of the club’s defense. His willingness to take responsibility and communicate openly with the supporters has only strengthened his bond with the fanbase.
Huijsen, who joined Real Madrid with a reputation as a strong, composed defender, has quickly adapted to the demands of playing for one of the biggest clubs in the world. His leadership qualities and fighting spirit are among the reasons the Spanish giants brought him in, and his response after the derby defeat further highlights those traits.