On the way out, Rui Borges knows if Pote and Hjulmand stay for pre-season | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand and Pedro Gonçalves will be present for the start of Sporting’s pre-season. Although they continue to be linked with moves away in this summer transfer window, both internationals are part of Rui Borges’ plans for the start of preparations, as no concrete offers have yet arrived at Alvalade.

According to Record, both the Lions’ captain and the ‘number 8’ will report this Wednesday to the Cristiano Ronaldo Academy to begin preparations for the 2026/27 season. The future of both players remains open, but for now they remain fully integrated in the squad.

In Hjulmand’s case, the understanding reached last summer still stands, according to which Sporting would facilitate his departure if an offer of at least €40 million arrives. However, despite interest from clubs such as Atlético Madrid, the SAD led by Frederico Varandas has still not received any formal offer for the Denmark international. The midfielder is expected to meet with the board to discuss his future, while continuing to work under Rui Borges.

Pedro Gonçalves is in a similar situation. Although he recently renewed his contract until 2030, the possibility of a transfer remains on the table. While Jorge Mendes looks for solutions for the Portugal international, the attacker will remain involved in the team’s work and will begin pre-season as normal.

Of the players tipped for a possible departure, only Francisco Trincão will not be present on Sporting’s first day of pre-season work. The winger remains on duty with the national team at the World Cup, while Hjulmand, Pote and the rest of the squad officially begin the new season in Alcochete.

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