Manchester United are ready to cash in on Christian Eriksen after a seeping feeling that the midfielder’s ‘legs have gone’.
According to Football Insider, Manchester United might consider offers for Christian Eriksen in January. The Danish midfielder may have lost touch with the pace of the Premier League. Erik ten Hag is likely to refresh his midfield option, with the 31-year-old the first to leave their current lot.
Christian Eriksen had an excellent first season at Manchester United when Erik ten Hag offered him a deal after an impressive spell at Brentford despite his heart condition. The experienced playmaker immediately showed his expertise in a side that lacked an experienced player of his ilk.
A first season at Old Trafford that saw him score once and provide eight assists in the Premier League made him look like a bargain signing. However, in the new campaign, Eriksen’s effect has levelled off, and now there are doubts about whether he has a future at the club.
Eriksen has missed the last four games through injury and remains close to returning to action. However, doubts have crept into the coaching staff about his overall effect, as the report suggests they feel his ‘legs have gone’ regarding the pace of the Premier League.
In short, they feel Eriksen is no longer suited to the pace of the Premier League and may hamper Manchester United in crucial games. The reality is that the experienced playmaker has yet to have the desired effect in games, and hence, there is the suggestion that he might leave in January.
Manchester United is reportedly considering offers for the Danish star, as there is some interest elsewhere. Newcastle United considered signing him as a stop-gap to ease their midfield troubles.
There is also reported interest from Saudi clubs, as one would expect teams from the Pro League to pay a decent fee to sign the notable star. Manchester United will undoubtedly hope there is some interest in the 31-year-old ahead of January, as ten Hag might start his midfield revamp with the money received for Eriksen.
Christian Eriksen will enter the final 18 months of his deal at Old Trafford when the January transfer window opens. He has shown the ability to perform at the highest level, enabling Manchester United to demand a decent fee in return.
