Rui Borges on whether Hjulmand is out of form, discusses Sporting exit | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand has been linked with a move away in January, heading to Manchester United. In the preview of Sporting - Marseille, Rui Borges denied having any problems with the team and guaranteed that the Lions' captain "is always important", even when out of form.

"Fortunately, we have no ruptures. Last year we had some muscle tears," replied the Sporting coach, denying any possible or eventual altercation between the players of the green and white squad and the technical staff.

As for Hjulmand, Rui Borges was direct: "He won't always be at his peak, but he is always important. He fits within what we want. He is a leader. He is an important player for the Club and for us coaches as well. I am focused on the match with Marseille."

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Morten Hjulmand - valued at 50 million euros - has played in 12 matches. The captain of the green and whites started in every game played by the Lions, having scored one goal in 1,090 minutes of play.

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