Manchester United handed transfer boost as star speaks out amid links

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Sporting Clube de Portugal star Morten Hjulmand says it is a goal of his play in the Premier League in the near future. The midfielder has been linked with a move to Old Trafford after his solid displays in Lisbon.

Despite only joining Sporting last summer, he has already become a key player for boss Ruben Amorim. Bruno Fernandes has certainly become a fan of the Denmark international during his time at Estadio Jose Alvalade.

The United skipper said: "The two in midfield, I love [Hidemasa] Morita and Hjulmand. They’re two vital players in Sporting’s game, especially when they have to have more of the ball and be more tactically organised." READ MORE: Mason Greenwood FFP problem looms as Man United must avoid transfer banana skin READ MORE: Raphael Varane told to make surprise 'perfect' transfer after Manchester United exit In a recent interview with Tipsbladet, Hjulmand was quizzed about his future plans amid links to the Premier League.

He said: "I’d say that it is a destination I could see myself going to in the future. Whether it’s a dream, I don’t know. But it is a goal for me to play in the Premier League one day." Also responding to Fernandes' comment, he added: "It’s always great to receive praise from other big profiles.