Sporting, beware! Simeone orders Atlético move for Hjulmand | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand is getting closer and closer to leaving Sporting. Atlético Madrid have stepped up their interest in the Danish international and believe they can complete the signing of the Lions’ captain during this summer transfer window.

According to Record, the Colchoneros have placed Hjulmand at the top of their list of priorities to strengthen the midfield. The Spanish club are willing to reach the €40 million demanded by the SAD led by Frederico Varandas as the base fee to let the player leave, a scenario that could speed up negotiations.

Besides the financial side, Diego Simeone is one of the main driving forces behind the deal. The Argentine coach has long admired the Sporting midfielder’s qualities and believes the ‘number 42’ fits perfectly the profile Atlético Madrid want for their midfield. The Spanish officials therefore believe there could be developments in the coming days.

From the player’s side, a move to the Spanish capital is viewed positively. Morten Hjulmand remains available to take on a new challenge and still expects to leave this summer, following the promise made by Sporting’s SAD to facilitate the transfer should an offer of around €40 million, plus add-ons, arrive.

Despite that understanding, Sporting have still not received any formal offer for the Danish international. Even so, with Atlético Madrid increasingly determined to move forward, the departure of the Lions’ captain is gathering momentum and promises to be one of the hottest dossiers of the coming weeks.

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