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The final piece of the puzzle in the Morten Hjulmand saga has fallen into place, as A BOLA understands that Atlético Madrid has made a concrete approach to Sporting to initiate negotiations for the midfielder.
Following an agreement between the 27-year-old midfielder and the *Colchoneros* for a five-year contract, the missing step was for the Lisbon giants to be contacted by the Madrid club to discuss the Dane's transfer from Alvalade to the Spanish capital. That crucial first step has now been taken.
Sporting, it's worth remembering, will not let the player leave for less than €40 million. This figure was part of an understanding reached with the captain in the summer of 2025, where Hjulmand agreed to stay for another season before potentially moving this summer. The number 42, it should be noted, has a valid contract with Sporting until 2028 and an €80 million release clause.
It's therefore natural that with negotiations now underway, Sporting will aim to drive up the price, while the *Colchoneros* will try not to exceed the aforementioned €40 million plus bonuses. The initial contact has been made, and negotiations are set to progress.
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