Christian Eriksen finds a new club! Ex-Man Utd star follows former team-mate Harry Kane to the Bundesliga in free transfer after Old Trafford exit

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Christian Eriksen has headed to the Bundesliga, signing with Wolfsburg on a free transfer after leaving Manchester United at the end of his contract.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Danish international, a free agent since leaving United in June, has followed his former Tottenham team-mate Harry Kane to the Bundesliga. The 33-year-old, who previously starred for Spurs and Inter, had been heavily linked with Bayer Leverkusen, especially following the arrival of Kasper Hjulmand, his former Denmark coach.

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For Eriksen, this move represents a fresh chapter, from his near-fatal cardiac arrest at Euro 2020 to his inspirational return at Brentford and United, the playmaker has consistently defied the odds. Joining Wolfsburg marks his first-ever spell in German football, a league renowned for its tactical intensity and physical demands.

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Reports in Germany suggested that Leverkusen were frontrunners for Eriksen, with Hjulmand keen to reunite with his trusted playmaker. English media outlets even hinted that a Leverkusen deal was close. However, Wolfsburg acted quickly, arranging travel from Odense to Braunschweig for Eriksen to secure the midfielder. Eriksen has been maintaining fitness with Malmo in Sweden following his United exit. His form at Old Trafford last season showed flashes of quality, as he netted five goals and made six assists in 35 appearances.

WHAT NEXT FOR WOLFSBURG & ERIKSEN?

For Wolfsburg, Eriksen's arrival not only boosts their midfield options but also raises their profile in the Bundesliga. It remains to be seen if he is thrown into the mix when the German side host Koln on Saturday.