Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Man Utd's Hjulmand Pursuit Fails, Focus on Baleba Alternative
Manchester United wanted to sign Morten Hjulmand to improve their team but was stopped by Sporting's president.
They turned to Hjulmand after failing to get Carlos Baleba.
Hjulmand currently plays for Sporting and has a contract for three more years.
Manchester United has already spent a lot of money to get new players.
Manchester United was interested in Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand.
Sporting president blocked Hjulmand's potential transfer to Man Utd.
Man Utd considered Hjulmand after failing to sign Carlos Baleba.
Hjulmand's contract with Sporting has three years left.
Man Utd has spent over £200 million on new attacking players this season.
- Who
- Manchester United, Morten Hjulmand, Sporting CP
- What
- Manchester United was attempting to sign Morten Hjulmand.
- When
- During the current transfer period, with no completion.
- Where
- Premier League, Portugal
- Why
- Manchester United wanted to strengthen its midfield.
Manchester United's Perspective
Sporting CP's Perspective
Player Acquisition
Manchester United's Perspective
Desires to acquire Hjulmand for midfield reinforcement.
Sporting CP's Perspective
Sporting CP wants to retain Hjulmand.
- Player
- Morten Hjulmand
- Current Club
- Sporting CP
- Target Club
- Manchester United
- Transfer Status
- Blocked
- Contract Length
- 3 years remaining
