Careful, Sporting! Hjulmand is still a long way from Atlético Madrid | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand remains one of Sporting’s hottest names on the market, but a move to Atlético Madrid is still far from being sealed. Despite reports that emerged in Spain in recent hours, there is no agreement between the parties, and the Lions still have not received a formal offer for their team captain.

The Colchoneros’ interest is longstanding and well known in Alvalade. The club managed by Diego Simeone has been tracking the Danish international for several months and even made an approach in the winter transfer window, with an offer in the region of €25 million, which was promptly rejected by the board led by Frederico Varandas.

Even so, Sporting have long been preparing for a possible departure. The signings of Rodrigo Zalazar, Pedro Lima, Issa Doumbia and Silas Andersen have significantly strengthened Sporting’s midfield, in a strategy that could gain a new chapter if João Palhinha’s return also materialises.

Despite the calm shown by Sporting’s officials, there is an awareness that keeping Morten Hjulmand will become increasingly difficult if offers arrive from Europe’s top leagues. The 26-year-old midfielder continues to attract interest in Spain and England, markets he himself views with particular interest for a possible step up in his career.

Frederico Varandas intends to honour the commitment made to the player last summer. The Sporting president promised to facilitate his departure should an offer close to €40 million emerge, plus add-ons, an understanding that remains in force between the two parties.

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