Latest developments
- Ajax are interested in signing Christian Eriksen.
- Eriksen played for Ajax before moving to the Premier League.
- The Manchester United midfielder will be available on a free transfer.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (5/5): Ajax interest confirmed
Ajax's director of football Marijn Beuker has confirmed that Ajax are interested in signing Christian Eriksen, whose Manchester United contract expires at the end of the season.
Beuker highlighted Ajax's transfer plans in an interview with ESPN.
Value (4.5/5): Free transfer
Ajax are seemingly going to push for free transfers this summer amid their financial woes. Eriksen, in that regard, could be a brilliant option as he will be available as a free agent ahead of the new season. Considering his history with Ajax and experience, he appears to be a very appealing target.
Suitability (3.5/5): Midfield maestro
Eriksen's physical decline has made him a bit-part player in the Premier League but his technical prowess is still good enough to make him an incredible option in Eredivisie. His passing range and creative instincts remain as good as ever.
Upgrade? (3.5/5): Challenge for an ageing midfield
Both Davy Klaassen and Jordan Henderson are in their 30s and could do with a quality midfielder to share responsibility in the middle of the park next season. The 33-year-old Denmark international isn't very young either but he still has the engine to improve Ajax's depth.
Logic (4.5/5): Emotional return
Eriksen made his senior breakthrough at Ajax before joining Tottenham Hotspur in 2013. A return to Amsterdam after making his mark in Europe's biggest leagues should attract the player.
Whisper+ verdict: 21/25
With Ajax's interest already confirmed, this transfer saga should turn into reality sooner rather than later!
