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Manchester United<\/a> are in battle with Liverpool<\/a> and Tottenham<\/a> Hotspur over a deal to sign Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand next summer, according to CaughtOffside<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n Hjulmand spent\u00a0much of his formative years in Denmark, coming through the ranks at\u00a0Copenhagen,\u00a0FCK Youth, and Admira Wacker. He joined Serie A side Lecce in 2021 and played a key role in helping them retain their top-flight status.<\/p>\n The midfielder earned a lucrative move to Portuguese giants Sporting in the summer of 2023 as a direct replacement for Manuel Ugarte, who initially moved to Paris Saint-Germain at the time.<\/p>\n Since arriving at the Est\u00e1dio Jos\u00e9 Alvalade, Hjulmand has been outstanding for the club, winning two Portuguese titles and one Portuguese Cup.<\/p>\n Having made over 100 appearances for Sporting and demonstrated leadership on the pitch, the 26-year-old assumed the role of team captain in July 2024, becoming the driving force behind the team\u2019s overall performance.<\/p>\n Having guided them to the Primeira Liga title in back-to-back seasons, he is again playing an influential role in their quest for a third successive title, although they sit five points below leaders Porto.<\/p>\n It appears his performances have not gone unnoticed, as CaughtOffside<\/em> reports that clubs in the Premier League<\/a>, including Man Utd, Tottenham and Liverpool, are showing the \u2018strongest interest\u2019 in signing Hjulmand next summer.<\/p>\n For United, the report claims the Red Devils have earmarked the 26-year-old as a potential midfield option when Casemiro<\/a> departs, citing his defensive solidity and on-ball efficiency as qualities of modern-day midfielders.<\/p>\n On the other hand, Liverpool are looking to reinforce their midfield and view the Dane as a suitable option due to his ability to play multiple roles and durability, according to the report.<\/p>\n CaughtOffside<\/em> adds that Tottenham Hotspur are also another club showing interest in the Danish international to serve as a link between their midfield and attack.<\/p>\n Sporting have placed a \u00a369m release clause on Hjulmand, who is contracted with Sporting until 2028, with Man Utd and Liverpool now leading the race, according to the report.<\/p>\n United and the Reds are in the top five of the Premier League table and in contention for Champions League<\/a> qualification next season.<\/p>\n Tottenham, on the other hand, are in 18th place and at risk of being relegated for the first time since the 1976\u201377 season, making them the least favourites in the race.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t![\"Rememore](\"https:\/\/football-talk.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/FootballTalk_New_Chapter-rememore.png\")
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