While the Old Lady were scratching around for defensive reinforcements in the winter transfer window, many within the game could not believe they allowed Huijsen to leave for so cheap, particularly given they've since paid £20m to sign Lloyd Kelly, who replaced Huijsen at Bournemouth, from Newcastle on an initial loan that will become permanent.
Meanwhile, German giants Bayern Munich are also eyeing Huijsen meaning Bournemouth have a major fight on their hands to keep hold of the starlet beyond the end of the season.
But Newcastle are among a long list of clubs that look ready to throw their hat into the ring for the Cherries ace following his stunning debut Premier League season at the Vitality Stadium.
Bournemouth look set to overturn mega profit if the player is sold having nabbed Huijsen for an initial £12.6million from Juve last July.
The Blues have identified the Spain U21 international as a potential transfer target as they draw up plans to upgrade Enzo Maresca's defensive options at the end of the season.
