Morten Hjulmand fit for Sporting v Torreense? Latest update | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand remains Sporting’s main doubt for the Portuguese Cup final against Torreense, scheduled for this Sunday at the Estádio Nacional. Even so, Rui Borges confirmed one absence for the match.

The Sporting captain is still recovering from the sprained left ankle he suffered in the second leg of the cup semi-finals against Rio Ave on April 22. Since then, the Denmark international has only returned to action in the final league round, against Gil Vicente.

Despite the physical limitations, there is confidence in Alcochete that Hjulmand could be included in the squad and even return to the starting eleven. The 26-year-old midfielder has been carefully managing his fitness in recent weeks, and the Sporting staff believe he will be fit.

It should be remembered that the Danish international is preparing to bring a three-season spell at Sporting to a close and wants to say goodbye to the fans by winning another trophy. After the Lions secured second place in the league and the consequent qualification for next season’s Champions League, the Portuguese Cup became the top priority to close out the campaign.

Meanwhile, Hjulmand’s name continues to attract major attention in the market, having recently been linked with Real Madrid. Rui Borges commented on the interest in the midfielder and praised the Sporting captain. “I see it as natural, even because of the great player he is and the great seasons he has had at Sporting. His quality is there for everyone to see. It doesn’t surprise me at all that Real Madrid or another club want him or talk about him, like other players; it’s a sign that the work has been done,” the coach told RTP.

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