{"id":15464,"date":"2025-07-22T07:49:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T11:49:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/"},"modified":"2025-07-22T07:49:07","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T11:49:07","slug":"transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/","title":{"rendered":"Transfer Buzz: Manchester United Faces Off Against Man City in Pursuit of Star Hjulmand!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/#Top_Stories\" >Top Stories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/#Transfer_Rumors\" >Transfer Rumors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/#Editors_Pick\" >Editor&#8217;s Pick<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/#Confirmed_Transactions\" >Confirmed Transactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/#Expert_Analysis\" >Expert Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/transfer-buzz-manchester-united-faces-off-against-man-city-in-pursuit-of-star-hjulmand\/#Additional_Rumors\" >Additional Rumors<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-meta\"><span class=\"timestamp\">July 22, 2025, 04:17 am<\/span><\/div>\n<p>Sporting CP&#8217;s captain, <strong>Morten Hjulmand<\/strong>, has caught the attention of both Manchester United and Manchester City, while Barcelona&#8217;s defender, <strong>Jules Kound\u00e9<\/strong>, is also a potential target for Pep Guardiola. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfer news, rumors, and gossip from across the globe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transfer homepage | Completed transactions | Men&#8217;s grades | Women&#8217;s grades<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Stories\"><\/span>Top Stories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8211; Source: Chelsea monitoring Garnacho; Man UTD drops ratings<br \/>&#8211; De Gea: &#8220;It collapsed for specific reasons&#8221; regarding Madrid&#8217;s interest<br \/><span>&#8211; <\/span>Source: Liverpool close to a \u00a379 million deal for striker Ekitike<\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline inline-photo full\">\n<figure><picture><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1521995_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=570&amp;format=jpg, https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1521995_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=1140&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1521995_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=375, https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0722%2Fr1521995_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=750&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"lazyload lazyload\" data-image-container=\".inline-photo\" height=\"320\" width=\"570\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><figcaption class=\"photoCaption\">Morten Hjulmand joined Sporting CP from Lecce in 2023. <cite>Gualter Fatia\/Getty Images<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/aside>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transfer_Rumors\"><\/span>Transfer Rumors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8211; According to reports, both Manchester clubs are interested in Sporting CP&#8217;s captain, <strong>Morten Hjulmand<\/strong>. The club has stated they won\u2019t be pressured during negotiations with Arsenal regarding <strong>Viktor<\/strong>. For the 26-year-old Hjulmand, Juventus expressed interest with a \u20ac30 million offer but were informed they must meet his release clause of approximately \u20ac80 million. Manchester United is reportedly focusing on Hjulmand, hoping for a reunion with former manager Ruben Amorim. The Danish international is also being pursued by Manchester City.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline editorial float-r\" data-behavior=\"article_related\">\n<h2 class=\"editorial-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Editors_Pick\"><\/span>Editor&#8217;s Pick<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2 Related<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<p>&#8211; Both Manchester City and another top club are interested in Barcelona&#8217;s defender <strong>Jules Kound\u00e9<\/strong>, as reported by Fabrice Hawkins from RMC Sport. Meanwhile, Kound\u00e9&#8217;s ongoing negotiations for a contract extension with Barcelona have been positive, with his current deal running until 2027. <em>Barcelona<\/em> regards him as one of the best players in his position.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Manchester United is reportedly preparing to make an offer for Aston Villa&#8217;s <strong>Emiliano Martinez<\/strong>, following an injury to <strong>Andre Onana<\/strong> that rules him out of the start of the Premier League season. Villa could demand around \u00a340 million if Martinez decides to move, but it&#8217;s uncertain if United will meet that asking price. They are also considering Antwerp&#8217;s <strong>Senne Lammens<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Corriere Dello Sport has insights into Napoli&#8217;s search for attacking reinforcements. They are eyeing a reunion between <strong>Jack Grealish<\/strong> from Manchester City and <strong>Kevin De Bruyne<\/strong>, while negotiations with Bologna for <strong>And Ndoye<\/strong> have hit a snag over a \u20ac40 million asking price. Liverpool&#8217;s <strong>Federico Chiesa<\/strong> and RB Leipzig&#8217;s <strong>Antonio Nusa<\/strong> are among the potential options. Additionally, Lookman is focused on joining Internazionale, although Atalanta is demanding \u20ac50 million.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Galatasaray is reportedly pursuing <strong>Victor Osimhen<\/strong> from Napoli and will now target Italy&#8217;s No. 1 goalkeeper, <strong>Gianluigi Donnarumma<\/strong>, who is in the final year of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain. Despite Galatasaray&#8217;s ambitions, PSG is expected to offer an extension.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Confirmed_Transactions\"><\/span>Confirmed Transactions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8211; Manchester United has officially signed forward <strong>Brian Mbemo<\/strong> from Brentford for a reported fee over \u00a370 million. <strong>read<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Former Real Madrid goalkeeper <strong>Keelanabus<\/strong> has joined Liga MX club Pumas from Newell&#8217;s Old Boys. <strong>read<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Italian striker <strong>Mateo Retequi<\/strong> has signed a four-year deal with Atalanta from Arcadosiah in the Saudi Professional League. <strong>read<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Analysis\"><\/span>Expert Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div data-behavior=\"video_scroll\" class=\"contentItem__content contentItem__content--media-card contentItem__content--fullWidth contentItem__content--inline\">\n<figure data-video=\"watch,640,360,45788354\" data-cerebro-id=\"687e7cb98b9c912b9b59afd1\" data-title=\"Will Liverpool still attempt to sign Isak despite Ekitike transfer?\" class=\"media-wrapper_image video\" data-source=\"espn\"><picture class=\"media-wrapper_image\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a3.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0721%2Fdm_250721_COM_SOC_Analysis_Will_Liverpool_still_attempt_to_sign_Isak_despite_Ekitike_transfer_20250721_GL%2Fdm_250721_COM_SOC_Analysis_Will_Liverpool_still_attempt_to_sign_Isak_despite_Ekitike_transfer_20250721_GL.jpg&amp;w=640&amp;h=360&amp;cquality=80&amp;format=jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a3.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0721%2Fdm_250721_COM_SOC_Analysis_Will_Liverpool_still_attempt_to_sign_Isak_despite_Ekitike_transfer_20250721_GL%2Fdm_250721_COM_SOC_Analysis_Will_Liverpool_still_attempt_to_sign_Isak_despite_Ekitike_transfer_20250721_GL.jpg&amp;w=335&amp;cquality=80, https:\/\/a3.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0721%2Fdm_250721_COM_SOC_Analysis_Will_Liverpool_still_attempt_to_sign_Isak_despite_Ekitike_transfer_20250721_GL%2Fdm_250721_COM_SOC_Analysis_Will_Liverpool_still_attempt_to_sign_Isak_despite_Ekitike_transfer_20250721_GL.jpg&amp;w=670&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img class=\"lazyload lazyload\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><span class=\"video-play-button\" data-id=\"45788354\">play<\/span><figcaption class=\"media-caption\">\n<p>2:30<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"contentItem__contentWrapper\">\n<p>Will Liverpool continue to target Isak despite the Ekitike deal?<\/p>\n<p class=\"contentItem__subhead\">Beth Lindop discusses if Liverpool will still pursue Alexander Isak after confirming the transfer of Hugo Ekitike.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Rumors\"><\/span>Additional Rumors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8211; Manchester City&#8217;s <strong>Rod<\/strong> is on his way back from a serious injury, and the club does not plan to part with him, despite being linked to Real Madrid. (Cadena Ser)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Chelsea is seeking between \u00a380 million and \u00a3100 million for <strong>Nicholas Jackson<\/strong>, who has drawn interest from various Premier League clubs. (Sky Sports)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Nicholas Jackson<\/strong> declined offers from AC Milan and Napoli, preferring to remain in the Premier League. (Solar)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Aston Villa is preparing a new contract for <strong>Morgan Rogers<\/strong>, who was previously with Chelsea. (Daily Mail)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Manchester United is looking to offload <strong>Alejandro Garnacho<\/strong>, <strong>Jadon Sancho<\/strong>, <strong>Antony<\/strong>, and <strong>Tyrell Malacia<\/strong> as they aim to clear their roster. (Daily Telegraph)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Nottingham Forest may join the pursuit of Manchester City midfielder <strong>James McAtee<\/strong>, valued at \u00a335 million. (Guardian)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Newcastle has offered a new contract to <strong>Tino Livramento<\/strong> to discourage suitors, though Manchester City is reportedly not interested. (Era)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; If Liverpool pursues Crystal Palace defender <strong>Marc Guehi<\/strong>, they will face competition from Tottenham. (Daily Mirror)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Ongoing talks between RB Leipzig and Chelsea regarding <strong>Xavi Simons<\/strong> have stalled, as Leipzig demands at least \u20ac70 million. (Florian Plettenberg)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; U.S. international midfielder <strong>Giovanni Reyna<\/strong> is greenlighted to move to Parma, although Borussia Dortmund rejected an initial \u20ac6 million offer. (Sky Sports Italy)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Chelsea defender <strong>Renato Vega<\/strong> is close to a deal with Atl\u00e9tico Madrid, but negotiations with other teams are ongoing. (Florian Plettenberg)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Dani Ceballos<\/strong> has posted a cryptic message on Instagram that may indicate his future at Real Madrid. (Mark)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Bayern Munich has temporarily halted negotiations for Stuttgart striker <strong>Nico Schlotterbeck<\/strong>, after an initial \u20ac50 million bid. (Sky Sports Germany)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Exciting Liverpool midfielder <strong>James McConnell<\/strong>, 20, is set to sign a new long-term contract before heading out on loan. (Daily Mail)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Everton is exploring a contract with Real Sociedad midfielder <strong>Takefusa Kubo<\/strong>, who was once with Real Madrid. (TeamTalk)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Discussions between Marseille and Juventus regarding <strong>Timothy Weah<\/strong> are progressing. (Fabrizio Romano)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Colombian midfielder <strong>Richard Rios<\/strong> is traveling to Lisbon to complete a \u20ac30 million transfer to Benfica from Palmeiras. (Mulberry)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Portugal international <strong>Francisco Concei\u00e7\u00e3o<\/strong> is set to sign a five-year contract with Juventus after an agreement with FC Porto for \u20ac32 million. (Mulberry)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Flamengo is in talks to sign Atl\u00e9tico Madrid midfielder <strong>Your child<\/strong>, who has a year left on his contract. (ESPN Brazil)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Juventus is in discussions with Atl\u00e9tico Madrid for <strong>Nahuel Molina<\/strong>, <strong>Jonathan Clauss<\/strong>, and Atalanta&#8217;s <strong>Marco Sportiello<\/strong> as potential right-back options. (Gazzetta Dello Sport)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; AC Milan has verbally agreed on a transfer for Brighton&#8217;s <strong>Levi Colwill<\/strong> for \u20ac17 million plus add-ons. (Fabrizio Romano)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Sunderland and Fenerbah\u00e7e are ready to enhance their offers for Bayer Leverkusen midfielder <strong>Granite Xhaka<\/strong> after previous rejections. (Florian Plettenberg)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Chelsea forward <strong>Jo\u00e3o F\u00e9lix<\/strong> is reportedly set to return to Benfica, with finalization of the deal imminent. (Nicolo Shira)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Athletic Club right-back <strong>\u00c1lvaro Odriozola<\/strong> remains with the club despite earlier interest from Atl\u00e9tico Madrid. (Diario)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Ardon Jashari<\/strong> is hoping to join AC Milan and has asked Club Brugge for his release. (Nicolo Shira)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; FC Porto has proposed \u20ac3 million for Juventus defender <strong>Alberto Costa<\/strong>, with Sports CP also in talks with Juventus about Costa. (Fabrizio Romano)<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Granada goalkeeper <strong>Luca Zidane<\/strong>, son of Zinedine, is being considered as a replacement for Paris FC&#8217;s <strong>Obed Nkambadio<\/strong> after their promotion to League One. (L&#8217;\u00c9quipe)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Fan Take:<\/strong> This wave of transfer rumors and confirmed deals shows the dynamic nature of soccer, where even a single signing can change the trajectory of a club\u2019s season. For fans, staying updated on these movements is vital, as they impact team performance and league standings, making every transfer window a thrilling spectacle in the world of football.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>July 22, 2025, 04:17 am Sporting CP&#8217;s captain, Morten Hjulmand, has caught the attention of both Manchester United and Manchester City, while Barcelona&#8217;s defender, Jules Kound\u00e9, is also a potential target for Pep Guardiola. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfer news, rumors, and gossip from across the globe. 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