Morten Hjulmand
27-Year-Old
Atlético Madrid
La Liga
2026 Fantasy Outlook
Hjulmand arrives at Atletico this summer from Sporting CP, where the combative Danish midfielder anchored the middle and captained the side. His game is built on defensive work and control, as his Champions League numbers showed with 22 tackles and 19 interceptions, rather than goals or assists (zero unit). That profile fits manager Diego Simeone's system well, and if he settles as a starter in front of the defense, he offers the peripheral-stat volume that carries fantasy value in tackle-and-interception formats. The move to a new league and a demanding manager is the main uncertainty, along with the competition in Atletico's midfield. For fantasy, he is a wait-and-see, defense-oriented midfielder, worth monitoring once his role under manager Simeone becomes clear, with little attacking upside to lift his ceiling.
Signs with Atletico Madrid
Hjulmand completed a transfer from Sporting CP to Atletico Madrid, signing a contract through 2031, the club announced.
ANALYSIS
Hjulmand arrives in Madrid after two successful seasons with Sporting, where he made 141 appearances and helped the club win two Primeira Liga titles and a Taca de Portugal. The defensive midfielder built a reputation as a leader both on and off the pitch, captaining both Sporting and Lecce during his rise through European football. Known for his ball-winning ability, physical presence and intelligent distribution, the 27-year-old Denmark international has earned 27 senior caps since making his debut in 2023. Hjulmand is expected to play a key role in Atletico's midfield as the club adds one of Europe's most highly regarded holding midfielders.
Hjulmand arrives in Madrid after two successful seasons with Sporting, where he made 141 appearances and helped the club win two Primeira Liga titles and a Taca de Portugal. The defensive midfielder built a reputation as a leader both on and off the pitch, captaining both Sporting and Lecce during his rise through European football. Known for his ball-winning ability, physical presence and intelligent distribution, the 27-year-old Denmark international has earned 27 senior caps since making his debut in 2023. Hjulmand is expected to play a key role in Atletico's midfield as the club adds one of Europe's most highly regarded holding midfielders.
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Clears suspension
Hjulmand is available again after missing the first UCL quarterfinals leg against Arsenal through suspension.
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Suspended for first leg
Hjulmand received a yellow card in both games against Glimt and will therefore be suspended for Tuesday's first leg against Arsenal, according to the UEFA.
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Available again
Hjulmand is back in contention for UCL action after serving a one-game suspension Tuesday against Paris Saint-Germain.
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Set for suspension
Hjulmand will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of three yellow cards in the Champions League.
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Suspension cleared
Hjulmand is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.
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Arsenal, Man City showing interest
Arsenal and Manchester City are keen on signing Hjulmand, according to A Bola.
ANALYSIS
Hjulmand has been tipped to leave Sporting CP in the summer, with both Arsenal and Manchester City being likely destinations. He was linked with a move to AC Milan following the appointment of Ruben Amorim with the Rossoneri, but the Italian club isn't expected to make a move for the Danish playmaker. As things stand now, it's either staying in Portugal or moving to the Premier League.
Hjulmand has been tipped to leave Sporting CP in the summer, with both Arsenal and Manchester City being likely destinations. He was linked with a move to AC Milan following the appointment of Ruben Amorim with the Rossoneri, but the Italian club isn't expected to make a move for the Danish playmaker. As things stand now, it's either staying in Portugal or moving to the Premier League.