Newcastle 'increasingly hopeful' of signing Christian Eriksen as 'flagship' arrival Newcastle are 'increasingly hopeful' that they can fend off interest from Manchester United and Tottenham to sign Brentford attacker Christian Eriksen, whose contract with the Bees is up in June Eriksen is back to his best after his time out of football Newcastle are 'growing increasingly hopeful' of signing...Full Story »

Christian Eriksen is one that got away from West Ham and the other Premier League big boys according to David Moyes as he opened up on the stance the club took about signing the Denmark midfielder. The 30-year-old made a sensational comeback with Premier League newcomers Brentford following his near-fatal cardiac arrest and collapse on the pitch at last summer’s European Championships. ...Full Story »

Nine months later, the midfielder will reappear with his national team Brentford midfielder Christian Eriksen.AP Never one to be outdone, midfielder Christian Eriksen is experiencing a second life nine months after suffering a cardiac arrest while playing for Denmark. What seemed like a miracle in saving his life is now magnifying his experience as he is close to returning to play for his nati...Full Story »

Thomas Frank insists signing Christian Eriksen was never a gamble after the Dane inspired Brentford to a 2-0 victory over Burnley.Former Tottenham midfielder Eriksen, signed on a free transfer in January eight months after suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch at Euro 2020, had a hand in two late goals for Ivan Toney.With five minutes remaining Eriksen, starting his second match for the Bees, ...Full Story »

Christian Pulisic and Cesar Azpilicueta are doubts for Chelsea ahead of Sunday’s match against Newcastle at Stamford Bridge.Pulisic missed Thursday’s 3-1 win at Norwich because of illness while Azpilicueta was withdrawn at half-time at Carrow Road because of stomach problems, leaving the pair’s involvement against the Magpies uncertain.Reece James is expected to be unavailable ...Full Story »

Brentford will have Kristoffer Ajer and Christian Norgaard available for Saturday’s visit of Burnley.The duo were forced off with knocks in last weekend’s 3-1 win at Norwich but have been passed fit by boss Thomas Frank.Bees only absentee will be midfielder Josh Dasilva, who will serve the second match of his three-game suspension for a sending off against Newcastle last month.Burnle...Full Story »

Norwich defender Brandon Williams made a hilarious U-turn after realising the player who had just taken him down was Christian Eriksen. Eriksen, who was making his first start for Brentford in the crunch clash at the bottom of the Premier League table following his cardiac arrest last year, hauled Williams down as he tried to break away with the ball. As they fell to the floor the former Totte...Full Story »

Christian Eriksen received a standing ovation as he made his first appearance since suffering a cardiac arrest eight months ago at Euro 2020.  Eriksen got a rousing reception from both sets of supporters when he was introduced to Brentford vs. Newcastle United in the 52nd minute.  Newcastle players even showed their respect, applauding the Danish midfielder onto the pitch. Erik...Full Story »

Thomas Frank is convinced Christian Eriksen will help steer Brentford clear of relegation after the midfielder completed his emotional return to football. The former Tottenham and Inter Milan star received a huge ovation as he came off the bench in the 52nd minute, 259 days after suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch during Denmark’s Euro 2020 match against Finland. The 30-year-old w...Full Story »

Christian Eriksen completed his emotional return to football as he made his Brentford debut as a second-half substitute against Newcastle – but the visitors took the Premier League points with a 2-0 win.The former Tottenham and Inter Milan midfielder received a huge ovation as he came off the bench in the 52nd minute, 259 days after suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch during Denmark&rs...Full Story »

Christian Eriksen should make his Brentford debut in Saturday’s Premier League match against Newcastle.The Denmark international has built up his match fitness in behind-closed-doors fixtures and is in line to make a first competitive appearance since suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch at Euro 2020 in June last year.Bees striker Ivan Toney has recovered from a calf issue, while defend...Full Story »

Christian Eriksen got the biggest cheer of the day before Brentford were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace.Eriksen was introduced to the Bees supporters on the pitch ahead of kick-off, eight months to the day since his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.The Denmark international, who has signed a six-month deal with Brentford, is expected to play in a behind-closed-doors friendly next week befo...Full Story »

Christian Eriksen is said to be “excited” to get back to playing football as he closes in on a debut with Brentford. The former Tottenham Hotspur and Inter Milan star suffered a cardiac arrest while representing Denmark at Euro 2020 last summer, spending nearly a week in hospital while doctors battled to save his life and fitting a heart defibrillator. Eriksen’s condition m...Full Story »

In one of the feel-good stories of the Premier League season, Christian Eriksen's return to the top-flight of English football has, on Monday evening, been confirmed. The outfit set to benefit from the talents of the Dane over the 2nd half of the campaign? Brentford. In a series of posts across the club's social media platforms, the Bees have unveiled attacking midfielder Eriksen as the late...Full Story »

New loan signing Christian Saydee could make his Burton debut when they take on Sheffield Wednesday at the Pirelli Stadium.The 18-year-old forward has joined the club as a replacement for Daniel Jebbison, who was recalled by Sheffield United late in the transfer window.Matej Kovar could also make his bow in goal for Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink’s men after signing on loan from Manchester United...Full Story »

Danish ace Eriksen signed for Brentford last week, seven months after “dying” on the pitch during his country’s Euro 2020 game with Finland. Christian Eriksen looks set to get the green light to play for Denmark at the World Cup Credit: Reuters The former Spurs and Inter Milan schemer revealed his target was to return to Denmark colours in time to play in Qatar when the Wor...Full Story »

BURNLEY are putting Belgium strikers Christian Benteke and Divock Origi on top of their emergency hit list. Boss Sean Dyche plans to spend his £25million Chris Wood windfall on Prem experience and the Clarets are investigating both targets. Palace gave Benteke, 31, a new deal and he is a regular starter but he could be available for around £10m. He also took less money to stay wit...Full Story »

Tottenham Hotspur boss Antonio Conte has said "the door is always open" for Christian Eriksen to return to the club after his contract at Inter Milan was terminated on medical grounds. Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest while playing for Denmark at Euro 2020 and was later fitted with a heart-starting device, which Italian rules prohibit players competing with. "I didn't speak recently with Ch...Full Story »

Christian Eriksen is targeting a return to play with Denmark at the 2022 World Cup. Photo by Lars Ronbog / FrontZoneSport via Getty Images Denmark international Christian Eriksen said on Tuesday that his goal was to play in this year's World Cup in Qatar, with reports in England suggesting he could also make a return to the Premier League amid interest from several teams. Eriksen, 29, hasn't p...Full Story »

Inter Milan are reportedly set to agree a mutual termination of former Tottenham midfielder Christian Eriksen’s contract before next month. The Danish playmaker has not played since suffering a cardiac arrest during a Euro 2020 match between Denmark and Finland in June. Eriksen required emergency treatment from medical staff on the pitch before he was later taken to hospital, where he wa...Full Story »