Manchester United Are Confident About Recruiting This Talented Midfielder: Good Fit For Amorim? | OneFootball

In a recent report, journalist Fraser Fletcher mentioned that Manchester United are confident about recruiting Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand next year. It is believed that the Red Devils are big admirers of the Danish talent and could move in for him soon.

Hjulmand’s Impressive Form In Liga Portugal

Hjulmand has made a decent start to this campaign as he has been responsible for putting in a string of eye-catching displays for Sporting in the middle of the park. The Danish sensation has netted one goal in 12 matches for the Portuguese outfit this season across various competitions.

The 26-year-old has anchored the midfield well and has done well to make 18 tackles, five blocks, six interceptions and five clearances in Liga Portugal. He has even distributed the ball accurately from midfield after completing 90.6% of his attempted passes in the top tier of Portuguese football (stats via fbref.com).

Hjulmand is under contract at the Portuguese club until the summer of 2028. Hence, Man United would have to make a big offer if they want to convince Sporting to part ways with their prized asset next year.

FARO, PORTUGAL – JULY 31: Enzo Barrenechea of SL Benfica with Morten Hjulmand of Sporting CP in action during the Portuguese Super Cup match between Sporting CP and SL Benfica at Estadio Algarve on July 31, 2025 in Faro, Portugal. (Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty Images)

Is Hjulmand A Good Fit For Manchester United Boss Ruben Amorim?

Hjulmand is a solid tackler of the ball and can scan the danger well to earn possession back for his team inside his half. He usually clears his lines when the opposition are on the offensive and is a tidy passer of the ball as well.

However, the Danish talent has to add more goals and assists to his game. Furthermore, it remains to be seen whether he can make a smooth transition to life in the Premier League if the Red Devils manage to bring him on board.

Hjulmand would bring more energy and dynamism to Man United boss Ruben Amorim’s midfield. He has what it takes to fight for regular first-team football at the Mancunian club in the coming years.

At 26, Hjulmand has his peak years ahead of him, which makes him a decent fit for Man United’s needs in the long run. With all things considered, Amorim would be wise to get a deal over the line for the Danish sensation this January or at the end of this campaign.