Manchester United and Barcelona are both eyeing a summer transfer battle for Sporting midfielder Morten Hjulmand. The 24-year-old has impressed since joining Sporting last summer, making 40 appearances and contributing three goals and two assists in the Portuguese top flight. United were linked with Hjulmand in January, with reports suggesting they even offered Facundo Pellistri in exchange for the Danish international. Sporting are aware of the interest in Hjulmand and are prepared to offer him a position in their captaincy group next season to keep him at the club.
Hjulmand’s current contract runs until 2028, but Sporting are considering offering him an improved deal to ward off potential suitors. United are planning a squad overhaul in the summer, with midfield strengthening a priority. The club is unlikely to make Sofyan Amrabat’s loan deal permanent and could also part ways with Casemiro. The future of manager Erik ten Hag remains uncertain, depending on the team’s performance in securing Champions League football and progress in the FA Cup.
It is reported that United are closely monitoring Hjulmand’s progress this season, along with Barcelona. The Danish midfielder’s friendship with Christian Eriksen could play a role in his decision to potentially move to Manchester. Sporting will do their best to keep hold of Hjulmand, but the midfielder’s impressive performances have caught the attention of top clubs in Europe. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing transfer saga.