Sporting begin talks for Silas Andersen and possible fee emerges | OneFootball

Sporting have already begun actively working on reshaping their midfield for 2026/27 and the number six position is currently one of the club hierarchy’s top priorities. With Morten Hjulmand’s departure virtually sealed for next summer’s transfer window, the green and whites want to sign two defensive midfielders to strengthen Rui Borges’ squad.

One name gaining more and more momentum in Alvalade is Silas Andersen. The BK Häcken midfielder has been on Sporting’s scouting radar since April and, according to Record, initial contacts between the clubs have already taken place to understand the conditions demanded by the Swedes.

The 21-year-old Denmark Under-21 international joined Häcken in January 2025 and is valued by the Nordic club’s officials at around €7 million, a figure that could still increase with add-ons. The Swedish club recently rejected a €4 million offer submitted by and knows there is strong competition for the player.

Alongside Sporting and Cologne, Celtic, Rangers and Hamburger SV are also closely monitoring the Danish midfielder. Standing at 1.90 metres, Andersen stands out not only for his physical ability, but also for his technical quality and ease in getting into goalscoring positions.

At Alvalade, the player is seen as a medium-term investment rather than a direct replacement for Hjulmand. Sporting’s SAD continue to work on a more experienced target from a different financial level to immediately take over the number six role, with João Palhinha the hierarchy’s dream signing.

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