Overview
- Atlético confirmed the transfer from Sporting CP and announced Hjulmand has signed a contract running to 30 June 2031 after passing a medical, with media reporting a €40 million fee.
- The club described Hjulmand as a right-footed defensive midfielder known for physical strength, ball-winning and game intelligence that aids anticipation and distribution.
- Hjulmand arrives with leadership and experience from spells at Lecce and Sporting, where he made 141 appearances, won two league titles and a Portuguese Cup, and captained both clubs.
- He has 27 caps for Denmark and has already visited Atlético’s training facilities, with the player set to join pre-season and compete for minutes alongside Koke, Pablo Barrios and Johnny Cardoso.
- Atlético had scouted several defensive-midfield options including João Gomes before opting for Hjulmand, a signing that should add depth to Simeone’s midfield and influence the team’s approach in Spain and Europe.