Eriksen is into his third year at Old Trafford, but at 32, is far from the guaranteed starter he was when he first moved to Manchester under Erik ten Hag. The ex-Tottenham man has a year left on his deal and a host of suitors have explored the possibility of bringing him in.
It leaves United with a decision to make on the Dane, who remains a more than adequate squad player. The Red Devils themselves are looking to add a midfielder with that becoming a priority position as the transfer window edges towards deadline day.
Sky Sports reports that having the space in their squad – as well as the budget to pursue the players they want – is going to be crucial. That may therefore factor into their decision if a bid is tabled for Eriksen.
United themselves have a bit of uncertainty in the middle of the pitch. Kobbie Mainoo is locked in but Casemiro was a player heavily linked with a move away. Scott McTominay, whilst impressive last term, is another player they’re prepared to listen to offers for.
Manuel Ugarte at PSG has been a summer-long target and they remain in dialogue with the French side. PSG though want to make a profit on Ugarte, who they only signed 12 months ago, but United are reluctant to pay their asking price at present.
As a result they’ve had to identify alternatives. Sander Berge, who was on their radar back when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was manager, has just been relegated with Burnley. He would be a cheaper option if they were unable to seal a deal for Ugarte.
Sofyan Ambrabat too remains a live option. He arrived on loan last term from Fiorentina but didn’t have the desired impact. A purchase option was included in his deal but United are keen to drive down the fee if they are to bring the Moroccan in on a permanent basis.
Ten Hag though has remained coy on the possibility of more ins. He said: “You see the market is quite quiet still but we have done our business, we have done two deals. It is about timings and it is about the market options and [ensuring] in the right moment we do the right things.”
Author: Mujuni Henry
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