After criticism, José Mourinho eyes Sporting signing for Real Madrid | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand continues to attract admirers across European football and, this time, the interest is once again coming directly from Real Madrid. According to Spanish newspaper Marca, José Mourinho has identified the Sporting captain as one of the priorities to strengthen the merengues’ midfield next season.

The same source states that the Portuguese coach sees the Danish international as the ideal solution to some of the problems Real Madrid have shown in build-up play and in the connection between different areas of the pitch. It should be remembered that Mourinho came up against Hjulmand during his spell at Benfica and was reportedly particularly impressed by the Sporting midfielder’s qualities.

Despite the usual exchanges between the two throughout last season, always in an ironic tone, the coach’s admiration for the player remains intact. As such, the prospect of a future partnership between Mourinho and Hjulmand is gaining momentum at a time when the midfielder’s future remains open.

From Sporting’s side, the possible departure of the captain is not seen as an impossible scenario. As has been reported, there is an understanding between the parties to facilitate a transfer should an offer arise that is considered suitable by Sporting’s officials.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Morten Hjulmand – valued at €45 million – made 45 appearances: 27 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, six in the Portuguese Cup, one in the League Cup and another in the Super Cup.

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