Ruben Amorim’s presence in the Manchester United dugout will reportedly hand the Red Devils an advantage in the race to secure the services of Morten Hjulmand.
According to a report by Give Me Sport, Morten Hjulmand is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Sporting CP midfielder is also a target for Manchester City, and the Premier League champions will look to beat their neighbours to his signature. However, Ruben Amorim’s presence at Old Trafford gives United the advantage in the race to land the Danish international.
The Morten Hjulmand story
Morten Hjulmand has established himself as one of the best midfielders in the world in the last few years. A native of Kastrup, the Dane is a well-travelled footballer who has played for clubs in his homeland, Austria, Italy, and Portugal, even though he is yet to reach his peak years.
The 25-year-old is also a proven leader and has inherited the captain’s armband at Sporting CP. Hjulmand took no time to hit the ground running at the Primeira Liga club, with Amorim bringing the best out of him. He has continued going from strength to strength this season, amassing nearly 1,500 minutes of game time across 18 appearances in all competitions.
Meanwhile, Hjulmand’s progress in the last few years has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs, particularly from the Premier League. The Danish international has been a target for Manchester United for a long time, with Manchester City looking to beat the Red Devils to his signature by triggering his release clause of £67 million.
An adventure in Manchester beckons?
Manchester United’s interest in Morten Hjulmand is understandable. The Red Devils are scouring the market for a holding midfielder heading into the summer transfer window. The Sporting CP captain has thus emerged as a viable target, with the Dane’s leadership ability making him an appealing prospect for Manchester United.
As for Manchester City, the Premier League champions are scouring the market for a holding midfielder after losing Rodri to a season-ending injury. While they would prefer to sign a player in the January transfer window, they will unlikely secure Hjulmand’s services before next summer.
Meanwhile, the report has claimed that Ruben Amorim’s arrival should hand Manchester United an advantage in the race to secure Hjulmand’s signature. However, the Red Devils might have some issues coughing up £67 million to sign the 25-year-old Danish midfielder, whereas Manchester City might not have any qualms.
