Everton is interested in Sporting's Morten Hjulmand, and the Portuguese club is aware of the interest from the Premier League side. Atlético de Madrid also holds a strong, long-standing interest in the Danish midfielder, who is understood to prefer a move to Spain over England. Although Hjulmand's contract contains an €80 million release clause, Sporting has an agreement with the player to facilitate a transfer for offers starting at €40 million.