Attention! Sporting star called up, but won’t go to the World Cup | OneFootball

Denmark have already announced their squad for the June friendlies, and there is one name once again taking centre stage in the group: Morten Hjulmand, Sporting midfielder and one of the most influential figures in Brian Riemer’s national team.

The Sporting captain remains a key reference point in Denmark’s midfield and has once again been included in the squad, at a time when the national team are preparing for two test matches against opponents outside the context of the 2026 World Cup.

The 26-year-old is seen as one of the pillars of the group, internally regarded as an extension of the coach on the pitch, thanks to his leadership, organisation and balance in midfield. In addition to the Sporting player, the squad also includes Porto’s Victor Froholdt and Benfica’s Alexander Bah, reinforcing the presence of players who compete in the Portuguese league.

On 3 June, Denmark face the Democratic Republic of the Congo, one of Portugal’s opponents in Group K, in a match played in Belgium, before returning to Danish soil to take on Ukraine on 7 June in Odense.

Even so, all eyes within the Danish setup are once again on Hjulmand. It is worth remembering that the midfielder is on his way out and his destination could be Real Madrid.

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