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Manchester United Eyes £50m Hjulmand for Midfield Boost

10/21/2025

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Manchester United Pursues Hjulmand

Manchester United is focused on strengthening its midfield ahead of the January 2026 transfer window, aiming to sign Morten Hjulmand from Sporting Lisbon for about £50m, below his €80m release clause.
Ruben Amorim, manager, has a strong relationship with Morten Hjulmand and views him as a key target for United.
The club monitors players including Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba to enhance its squad after recent Premier League victories.

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Chelsea Targets Doue

Chelsea targets Guela Doue, Strasbourg right-back, as their first January 2026 signing.
The 23-year-old has one goal and two assists in four Ligue 1 matches.
Chelsea's scouts monitored him during a match against Paris Saint-Germain.
Aston Villa and AC Milan are competitors, with Chelsea's Strasbourg ownership potentially easing a deal.
Chelsea is considering Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, valued at £80 million.

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Manchester United Pursues Hjulmand

Manchester United is focused on strengthening its midfield ahead of the January 2026 transfer window, aiming to sign Morten Hjulmand from Sporting Lisbon for about £50m, below his €80m release clause.
Ruben Amorim, manager, has a strong relationship with Morten Hjulmand and views him as a key target for United.
The club monitors players including Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba to enhance its squad after recent Premier League victories.

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