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Sporting gives Juventus answer on Hjulmand

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December 24, 2025

Juventus is actively searching for a new orchestrator in midfield to strengthen their squad during the upcoming January transfer window.

The Italian giants are exploring several options, but one target, Morten Hjulmand of Sporting CP, appears firmly out of reach—at least for now.
Under the guidance of Luciano Spalletti, Juventus is aiming to maximize its potential both in Serie A and in the Champions League.

The coach has already begun work on fine-tuning his squad, identifying areas where reinforcements could make a significant impact.

Central midfield is one of those key areas, as Spalletti hopes to find a player capable of dictating the tempo and providing balance to the team.

Sporting CP Puts a Winter Transfer Ban on Hjulmand

While Juventus has renewed interest in the 26-year-old Danish midfielder, Sporting Lisbon has made it clear that Hjulmand is not for sale in the winter transfer window.

According to A Bola, the Portuguese side has labeled him “intransferable” for the upcoming period, putting a temporary halt to any potential negotiations.

The report adds that Juventus would likely have to wait until the summer transfer window to even consider making a move. Sporting CP is expected to demand a significant fee for their midfield linchpin, with estimates around €60 million—a hefty sum, even for a club of Juventus’ stature.

This makes any immediate acquisition unlikely, forcing the Italian side to either explore alternative options or prepare for a summer pursuit.
For Juventus, the challenge now is twofold: maintain competitiveness in the short term while planning strategically for the next transfer window.

Spalletti and his management team are aware that finding a player of Hjulmand’s caliber is not easy, and patience may be the key.

Whether they decide to make a bold summer move or invest in another talent this winter, one thing is certain: Juventus is determined to reinforce its midfield with a player capable of anchoring their engine room.

For now, Hjulmand remains a jewel in Sporting CP’s crown, and Juventus will need to adjust its winter strategy accordingly, keeping an eye on the summer when the opportunity to sign the Danish star could finally arise.