Michael Carrick eyes injured Sporting star for Man Utd in 2026/27 | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand’s future is beginning to take shape as a possible departure from Sporting, with Manchester United positioning themselves at the front of the race for the midfielder. The Red Devils are in ‘pole position’, as they want to strengthen the midfield and see the Sporting captain as the ideal profile for the number 6 role.

The shift in interest from other clubs has also ended up benefiting United. Manchester City, who had been keeping an eye on the player, are said to have redirected their priorities to Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, which opens up more room for the Old Trafford club to move forward, according to the English press.

With Casemiro’s likely departure, the Dane - who is injured - has emerged as an option to take on a balancing and leadership role in midfield, now under Michael Carrick’s command. Juventus and Arsenal are also monitoring the situation.

Despite having a release clause set at €80 million and a contract until 2028, it is believed the transfer could happen for lower figures, between €40 million and €50 million, as a result of a prior understanding between the player and Sporting’s SAD.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Morten Hjulmand – valued at €45 millionIn the 3,823 minutes he was on the pitch, the Lions’ captain scored two goals and provided six assists.

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