Christian Eriksen Set to Join Wolfsburg as Free Agent After Manchester United Spell

Christian Eriksen is close to signing with Wolfsburg after leaving Manchester United in June. Talks are nearly done, and a deal is expected soon.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Wolfsburg are moving fast to sign Eriksen, who became a free agent when his Manchester United deal ended in June. The club is finalizing terms to bring the Danish midfielder to Germany as reported by Tipsbladet. If the move is done, Eriksen will join several Danish players at the club, including Joakim Mæhle, Jonas Wind, Jesper Lindstrøm, Andreas Skov Olsen, and Adam Daghim. This marks a fresh start for Eriksen after two years at Old Trafford. As per reports, Wolfsburg are looking to strengthen their squad after finishing 11th in the Bundesliga last season.

ERIKSEN’S RECENT FORM AND MAN UNITED EXIT

Last season, Eriksen played regularly for Manchester United, making 31 appearances in all competitions. He scored three goals and provided five assists, helping United finish fifteenth in the Premier League and reach the Europa League final. Despite his experience and creativity, he played less in the final months and decided not to renew his contract. United’s midfield has since seen major changes, with younger players stepping into Eriksen’s role. Notably, Manchester United ended last season in fifteenth place and aim to return to the Champions League.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR ERIKSEN AND WOLFSBURG?

Wolfsburg are looking to improve on last season’s eleventh-place Bundesliga finish. They currently sit sixth, with four points from two matches and will be facing Koln next in the Bundesliga, with a match against Dortmund after that. Eriksen’s arrival could boost Wolfsburg’s creativity and experience as they push for European qualification. The strong Danish connection in the dressing room should also help him settle quickly and play an important role in the campaign ahead.