Michael Carrick picks injured Sporting star as Man Utd target for 2026/27 | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand’s future is beginning to take shape as a departure from Sporting, with Manchester United positioning themselves at the front of the race for the midfielder. The Red Devils are in ‘pole position’ as they look to strengthen the midfield and see the Sporting captain as the ideal profile for the number 6 role.

The shift in interest from other clubs has also ended up benefiting United. Manchester City, who had been keeping an eye on the player, have reportedly redirected their priorities to Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, which gives the Old Trafford club more room to move, according to the English press.

With Casemiro likely to leave, the Dane - who is injured - has emerged as an option to take on a balancing and leadership role in midfield, now under Michael Carrick’s command. Juventus and Arsenal are also monitoring the situation.

Despite having a release clause set at €80 million and a contract until 2028, it is understood that the transfer could happen for a lower fee, between €40 million and €50 million, as a result of a prior understanding between the player and Sporting’s SAD.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Morten Hjulmand – valued at €45 million – has featured in 43 matches: 26 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, five in the Portuguese Cup, one in the League Cup and another in the Super Cup.

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