Transfer interest is building around Morten Hjulmand, with Real Madrid understood to be weighing-up a move for the Sporting midfielder. While there has been no official bid as yet, the club may act swiftly if they decide to pursue the deal before the transfer window slams shut. Real Madrid remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. So far this season, Real Madrid are steady at both ends (2.0 goals scored per game, 0.92 goals conceded per game). The role for Morten Hjulmand would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. No fresh speculation surrounds Sporting or Real Madrid regarding other transfer targets. Need more Real Madrid transfer rumours? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for live transfer news and rumours from across the world of football.