Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen has been suspended for the upcoming Club World Cup semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain scheduled for Wednesday, following a red card in their previous match.
The 20-year-old Spanish international received the red card during the closing stages of Real Madrid's thrilling 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the quarter-final match played a few days ago.
According to tournament regulations, Huijsen's dismissal carries a one-match suspension, meaning he will be unavailable for selection when Los Blancos face PSG in what promises to be an intense semi-final encounter.
However, should Real Madrid overcome PSG on Wednesday, Huijsen would be eligible to return for the Club World Cup final, providing a potential boost to Carlo Ancelotti's defensive options for the championship decider.
Huijsen, who joined Real Madrid this summer from Premier League side Bournemouth, has quickly established himself in the squad, forming what observers describe as a formidable defensive partnership with Antonio Rudiger during the tournament.
The suspension comes at a crucial time as Real Madrid prepares to face PSG in what many consider the marquee matchup of this year's Club World Cup. The winner will advance to face either Chelsea or Fluminense in the final, with all four teams engaged in what has been described as an epic battle for the prestigious trophy.
Real Madrid's coaching staff will now need to adjust their defensive strategy for the PSG encounter, with several options available to replace the suspended Huijsen in the starting lineup.
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