Eriksen to return to Denmark after parting ways with Wolfsburg
- On Wednesday, Christian Eriksen departed VfL Wolfsburg by mutual consent. The 34-year-old midfielder, formerly of Former Tottenham, Inter Milan, and Manchester United, is returning to Denmark.
- Following his collapse during a Denmark and Ukraine match in June, Eriksen requested to terminate his contract early. "Right now, it's important for me to be close to my family in Denmark," he said in a statement.
- The Dane made 34 appearances, scoring three goals and providing 10 assists during his season at the German club. He captained the side, though the team suffered relegation from the Bundesliga after 29 years in the top flight.
- Wolfsburg Managing Director Dieter Hecking praised Eriksen's character, stating the club wanted to grant his request for freedom. Hecking added that the club remains in good hands as it aims to return to the Bundesliga.
- Eriksen has played with an ICD since suffering cardiac arrest five years ago at Euro 2020. He is currently following a rehabilitation program in Denmark, with his future playing plans remaining unclear.
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The Independent (US)Christian Eriksen has Wolfsburg contract terminated after second collapse
Eriksen collapsed during an international friendly while playing for Denmark three months ago
Christian Eriksen collapsed last summer. Now the Dane's contract with Wolfsburg is being terminated. - Right now it is important for me to be close to my family in Denmark, Eriksen says in a statement.
Eriksen to return to Denmark after parting ways with Wolfsburg
Wolfsburg, who were relegated from the top flight at the end of last season, announced Eriksen was ending his contract, due to run out next year, early "by mutual consent". The 34-year-old has been recovering from suffering an on-pitch collapse in June during a friendly between Denmark and Ukraine which forced the match to be abandoned. He was able to leave the pitch of his own accord after treatment. Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest and needed…
Now the decision has been made: Christian Eriksen will no longer run for VfL Wolfsburg. The Dane remains in his home country.
Now the decision has been made: Christian Eriksen will no longer run for VfL Wolfsburg. The Dane remains in his home country.
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