Manchester United Morten Hjulmand links are also growing with the club thought to have been given the green light in case it wants to take the Sporting Lisbon midfielder to the club in summer. This development is likely to influence the next stage of rebuild of United since the changes have already been planned in the midfield.
Performance on the field has gone up in the recent past. Michael Carrick who is the caretaker manager has brought sanity to the Old Trafford ship. Five league matches have earned 13 points that have moved United to the fourth position. There is again momentum and confidence is reviving with players and fans.
Off the field, however, planning goes on. The departure of Casemiro in summer has been already planned. There is an obvious hole in the engine room left by that decision. United is likely to sign at least one midfielder. Two additions are also under consideration in case the budget would permit.
Recruitment personnel is evaluating a number of profiles. The focus is on younger and energetic midfielders. There is a still discussion on Brighton Carlos Baleba and Forest Elliot Anderson of Nottingham. They both provide athleticism and experience in the Premier League.
Nevertheless, Hjulmand is different in other reasons. Sporting Lisbon captain has amazed through his tactical discipline and leadership. He reads the game properly and shields the defence well. The fact that he has competed in European competitions is even more attractive.
It is reported that Sporting would be willing to negotiate in the right conditions. This flexibility is perceived as an advantage to United. It is also at a time when Carrick is trying to ensure that he gets the position on permanent basis. Intelligent recruitment would make his case stronger.
