Morten Hjulmand has told Sporting his decision on Atlético Madrid | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand is getting closer and closer to leaving Sporting. The Lions’ captain has already reached a preliminary agreement with Atlético Madrid and is now waiting for the colchoneros to submit an official offer capable of convincing the SAD led by Frederico Varandas.

According to the newspaper O Jogo, the Denmark international has accepted the conditions proposed by the Spanish club and has already informed Sporting’s officials that he wants to leave in this summer transfer window. The midfielder believes this is the right time to take on a new challenge and hopes the two clubs can quickly reach an agreement.

Although no formal offer has yet been received, Sporting know that Atlético Madrid are preparing a move for the 'number 42'. There is, moreover, an understanding between Frederico Varandas and Hjulmand to facilitate the transfer if an offer of around €40 million arrives, a figure the Lions have set as the basis for negotiating their captain.

Diego Simeone remains one of the biggest admirers of the Denmark international and believes the midfielder has all the qualities required to strengthen Atlético Madrid’s midfield. Although AC Milan have also made exploratory contacts in recent weeks, the colchoneros have always remained in the lead in the race for the player.

Hjulmand will not report this Wednesday for the start of Sporting’s pre-season, as he was granted a few extra days of holiday following his commitments with the Denmark national team. If negotiations progress quickly, the midfielder may not even train under Rui Borges again, although he wants any potential departure to happen calmly and without any conflict with the Club.

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