Man Utd battling City for Sporting captain Morten Hjulmand but ‘must trigger £69million transfer release clause'
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Morten Hjulmand is gaining interest from Manchester United
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He could cost up to £69million
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The midfielder was brought in from Italian outfit Lecce in a £15million transfer.
His performances and experience with manager
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Sporting are said to be demanding that his release clause of £69m is met in order to sanction a sale.
They have already shown that they are not willing to negotiate a lesser deal, as
Sporting have also proved to be tough negotiators during the Viktor Gyokeres transfer saga with Arsenal.
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The report has also stated that Man United are keen on the striker but have more interest in Hjulmand.
The Red Devils will also have to compete with cross-city rivals Man City in the race for his signature.
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City's sporting director, Hugo Viana, was appointed after he left Sporting in February.
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Last season, the Dane made 47 appearances in all competitions, scoring three goals and assisting two.
He did pick up
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yellow cards and one red card throughout the campaign.
His contract is set to run until 2028.
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Ivan Fresneda is sure that Hjulmand will star in Portugal
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Sporting full-back Ivan Fresneda has claimed that the Dane is "happy" in Portugal amid transfer speculation.
Speaking after the pre-season victory over Sunderland, the Spaniard told
Meanwhile, Man United are also on the hunt for a new striker and goalkeeper before the end of the transfer window.
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Up front, the club have been linked with the likes of Gyokeres,
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