Arsenal and Manchester United to lock horns over Morten Hjulmand signature

A fierce Premier League transfer battle is brewing as Arsenal and Manchester United prepare to go head-to-head for Sporting CP’s midfield general, Morten Hjulmand, according to Caught Offside.

With Jorginho and Thomas Partey set to leave the Emirates when their contracts expire on June 30, Arsenal are in the market for fresh legs in midfield. While Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad has long been linked, the Spaniard’s future remains up in the air, with whispers of a potential move to Real Madrid growing louder.

Enter Hjulmand — the 24-year-old Danish dynamo who has impressed under Ruben Amorim in Lisbon. The Gunners view him as a solid Plan B, but make no mistake: this isn’t a downgrade. Hjulmand’s blend of tactical intelligence, leadership, and defensive grit makes him a tailor-made fit for Mikel Arteta’s system.

But Arsenal aren’t alone. Manchester United are also circling. Erik ten Hag is believed to be a long-time admirer of Hjulmand and could swoop in — especially if United clinch Champions League football via the Europa League.

Sporting won’t let him go on the cheap, though. The price tag? A cool £60 million.

The summer window is shaping up to be a tug-of-war between two Premier League giants.