The Red Devils have long been linked with the Denmark playmaker, and they have finally got their man after many years of waiting.
Christian Eriksen has completed a move to Manchester United on a free transfer as Erik ten Hag continues to improve his squad ahead of the 2022-23 season.
The move comes just over a year after Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.Eriksen was released by Serie A giants Inter after having a defibrillator fitted, but linked up with Brentford on a short-term contract in January 2022, and has now joined the Red Devils at Old Trafford.
What is the length of Eriksen’s contract at Man Utd?
The 30-year-old midfielder joins United as a free agent, with no extension to his terms at Brentford agreed.
He has been handed a three-year contract by the Red Devils, with that deal set to take him through to the summer of 2025.
What did Eriksen say after joining Man Utd?
“Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started,” Eriksen told the club’s website.
“I have had the privilege of playing at Old Trafford many times but to do it in the red shirt of United will be an amazing feeling.
“I have seen Erik’s work at Ajax and know the level of detail and preparation that he and his staff put into every day. It is clear that he is a fantastic coach. Having spoken with him and learned more about his vision and the way he wants the team to play, I am even more excited for the future.
“I still have major ambitions in the game, there is a huge amount that I know I can achieve, and this is the perfect place to continue my journey.”
Why did Man Utd want Eriksen?
United have made their move for Eriksen after seeing him make an impressive return to competitive action in English football.
Despite being short on game time and two years removed from a switch that took him from Tottenham to Inter, the classy operator slotted seamlessly back into Premier League life as though he had never been away.
He registered one goal and four assists through 11 appearances, helping the Bees to steer clear of relegation danger while also earning himself a recall to the Denmark national side.
With his ability beyond question, and any fears regarding his fitness being laid to rest, United are delighted to have landed a player that has registered on their recruitment radar for some time.
(Goal.com)