🔥 Trending Morten Hjulmand Transfer News: Chelsea's Pursuit and Potential Deal

Despite a late attempt by Chelsea to sign Morten Hjulmand, the Danish midfielder is reportedly set to join Atletico Madrid ⁴⁵.

Chelsea's Late Bid

Chelsea made a significant, last-minute effort to hijack Hjulmand's transfer from Sporting CP to Atletico Madrid ¹³. Reports indicate that Chelsea offered a "better contract" to Hjulmand in an attempt to sway his decision ⁶⁸. Some sources suggest Chelsea made a "higher offer" for the player ³⁷. This move came as Chelsea aimed to compete with Atletico Madrid for the midfielder's signature ⁷.

Atletico Madrid's Confidence and Deal Details

Atletico Madrid, however, remained confident throughout Chelsea's intervention that the deal would proceed as planned ⁶⁸. It has been widely reported that Hjulmand is closing in on a transfer to Atletico Madrid for a fee of €40 million ⁹¹⁰. The deal could also include an additional €5 million in add-ons based on Hjulmand's appearances and Atletico's progress in the UEFA Champions League ¹⁰.

Outcome of the Transfer Saga

As of July 10, 2026, Chelsea's attempt to hijack the transfer appears to have failed ⁴⁵. Hjulmand is expected to complete his move to Atletico Madrid, with some reports explicitly stating he is "set to join" the Spanish club ⁴⁵. This means Chelsea will need to look elsewhere for midfield reinforcements ⁴.