Christian Eriksen is starting a new adventure at VfL Wolfsburg until 2027!

Christian Eriksen is starting a new adventure at VfL Wolfsburg until 2027!

Christian Eriksen signed a contract with VfL Wolfsburg today. The Danish midfielder, who recently left Manchester United, is aiming to prove himself in the Bundesliga. At 33, this is not only Eriksen's first move to the German league, but also a longed-for return to the pitch after being without a club since the summer. The contract runs until summer 2027, like eplidex reported.

After his stint at Manchester United ended, Eriksen was looking for a new challenge. His market value is around 4 million euros and he is confirmed to be one of the most valuable players available as free agents transfer market. Sports director Sebastian Schindzielorz praises the transfer and sees Eriksen as an experienced player who can particularly help the young talents in the squad. The Danish star will be the 17th player from his home country in the history of VfL Wolfsburg, where several Danish players such as Joakim Mähle and Jonas Wind are currently active.

A new adventure in the Bundesliga

Eriksen was enthusiastic about the move and described Wolfsburg as his first stop in the Bundesliga. The player sees it as a great opportunity to develop his skills. He has also been keeping fit at Malmö FF for several months so that he can start the new season optimally prepared n-tv reported.

The Bundesliga adventure comes at a time when Eriksen also needs match practice for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. With 144 international matches and 46 goals, the Danish record national player has already taken part in a total of three World and European Championships. His dream of appearing at another major international event has now come closer.

A comeback with challenges

Eriksen looks back on an eventful career that included stints at Ajax and Tottenham Hotspur. In 2021 he suffered a cardiac arrest during an international match, which caused great concern. Since then he has been playing with an implanted defibrillator, a fact that will not get in his way in the Bundesliga. In Germany, the use of a defibrillator in football is allowed, which opens up new perspectives for Eriksen.

With a permanent place in the Wolfsburg squad and a potential leadership role, Christian Eriksen has the chance to inspire not only himself, but also his new team. Fans and those in charge are looking forward to his experience and skills, which will certainly help VfL to be at the top of the Bundesliga again.