Christian Eriksen, the 32-year-old midfielder, now faces a crucial crossroads at Old Trafford.
He has played only 10 minutes in his last four Premier League games. Consequently, his future under Ruben Amorim appears bleak.
Moreover, Eriksen’s contract expires in June, which makes a free transfer likely. He could depart alongside expiring-deal players such as Victor Lindelof, Jonny Evans, and Tom Heaton. Therefore, the club seems ready to rebuild.
Furthermore, former club legend Peter Schmeichel has urged Eriksen to leave for a European giant. Schmeichel stated that a return to Ajax would be a great step for him. He added that the high-tempo style demanded by Amorim does not suit Eriksen’s nature.
In addition, Schmeichel stressed that Eriksen remains superb on the ball and technically gifted. He explained that the current system, which requires relentless sprinting for 90 minutes, does not play to Eriksen’s strengths. Consequently, Ajax appears to be the perfect destination.
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Eriksen began his career at Ajax and made 163 appearances for the Dutch side between 2010 and 2013. Later, he sealed an £11m move to Tottenham. Moreover, his technical skills and vision have always set him apart from his peers.
Last summer and during the January window, Eriksen was linked with a move away from Manchester United. He has struggled to earn minutes, which has fueled transfer speculation. In October, he confirmed that there were no talks about a contract renewal, stating, “I have one year left, and then we can have another conversation next year when you stand in a different place.”
Meanwhile, Manchester United have also been linked with Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. Mateta has scored 10 Premier League goals this season and remains under contract until 2026. In addition, Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has emerged as a free transfer target, although his current deal is set to expire in June.
Overall, the transfer saga at Old Trafford grows more complex every day. All signs point to Eriksen leaving on a free transfer, and a move to Ajax now looks very attractive. Consequently, these shifts could mark the start of a major rebuild for Manchester United.
