Laporta has been trying to bring the club back to the top since he assumed the presidency of Barça. Those from the Ciudad Condal are overcoming a notable economic crisis and are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Flick's arrival has made the culés take a step forward, and the level is much better than expected.
Meanwhile, Florentino Pérez was coming from a great moment, and Real Madrid was at the top of European football. This year, despite the signing of the French star, the Merengues aren't quite clicking. Now, a reinforcement that would have been very beneficial for both clubs will sign for Chelsea.
The situation of Florentino Pérez and Joan Laporta
Florentino Pérez is one of the most respected and influential people in the current football scene. In fact, it was expected that the decisions he has made lately would positively impact his team. Unfortunately for Madridists, the pieces haven't fit together as expected, and they are out of most competitions.
This year, the Champions League has been too much for Real Madrid, but, simultaneously, Barça is going all out. In fact, Laporta chose the coach well, and it is being seen on the field. Even so, a reinforcement for the defense would have been very beneficial, but everything is getting complicated.
Barça was willing to pay 60 million euros, but Real Madrid was more attractive to the player in question. We are talking about Dean Huijsen, the Bournemouth star who is standing out in England. Florentino Pérez was first on the Spaniard's list of favorites, but everything points to Chelsea having moved ahead.
Dean Huijsen, in Chelsea's sights
Laporta is looking for a defender who can accompany Pau Cubarsí in the coming years, since Íñigo doesn't have much time left. One of the most liked was Dean Huijsen, but Florentino Pérez has been more favored by him. Even so, Chelsea has overtaken both Spanish teams on the left and has positioned itself at the peak.
Florentino wanted a high-level partner for Rüdiger, but he won't be able to secure the recent addition to La Roja. Although we can't take anything for granted, it's likely that Dean Huijsen will end up playing for Chelsea.