Manchester United are continuing their search for midfield reinforcements ahead of another major summer rebuild. They are on the verge of appointing the new permanent manager.
After that, their focus will be completely on the summer signings. The Red Devils have already secured their place in the Champions League.
They can also secure their third position in the league table by defeating Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford.
Also, this game will be the last time Manchester United fans see Casemiro playing for them at Old Trafford.
So, the Red Devils will have a massive task of replacing Casemiro next summer. Also, if Ugarte leaves, they will be looking to add another midfielder.
United have created a long list of midfield targets for the next summer. Now, a new opportunity may have opened for them in the transfer market.
According to Caught Offside, Sporting CP could be willing to negotiate below the official release clause of captain Morten Hjulmand.
The Danish midfielder reportedly has an €80 million clause in his contract, but discussions could begin closer to €60 million. That development has alerted several major European clubs.
United are believed to be closely monitoring the situation alongside Arsenal, who reportedly discussed the midfielder during recent Champions League meetings between the clubs.
At 26 years old, Hjulmand fits the profile of a player capable of delivering immediate impact while still offering long-term value.
The report claims Sporting have already indicated a willingness to negotiate if suitable offers arrive this summer.
That could encourage United as the club continue assessing several midfield targets behind the scenes. However, competition for Hjulmand could be fierce.
Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, Juventus and Atletico Madrid are all reportedly monitoring the situation as well.
So, Hjulmand increasingly appears to be one of the strongest profiles under consideration as Old Trafford prepares for life after the Casemiro era.
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