With ongoing and lengthy speculation about the future of Tottenham Hotspur star Christian Eriksen, a recent BBC report hinted at a novel contract approach that could suit all parties and see him extend his deal this summer.
With the rumour mill remaining in high gear when it comes to the Danish international with endless links to Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona given his contract expires next summer, we’ve had everything from straight sales this summer to potential loan swaps involving former players Gareth Bale and Luka Modric.
The BBC suggested recently however, that agreement could be made on a contract that did include a release clause, but only applied to either of the Spanish sides.
“Meanwhile, there is a very good chance Christian Eriksen will be sold this summer. With the Dane seemingly unwilling to extend his contract, Spurs will want to avoid losing him on a free transfer next year. There is a slight possibility that he could pen a new deal, with a clause inserted that would allow him to join a leading club like Real Madrid or Barcelona if they made an approach.”
It could be the middle ground required if Eriksen has had his head turned to either of those sides, whilst also protecting our back from any other clubs looking to gain an advantage given his contract situation.
Fans reacting to the claim certainly seemed to like it as despite the speculation, there have been no firm bids reported.
would be brilliant news only need toby and rose to stay now and few signings like brandt wan bissaka and ndombele/ van den beek and were all set for next season https://t.co/Zam6ULBWyM
— Philip ???????? (@shitssoko) May 17, 2019
I’ll take it!
— Mr Spurfect II (@MrOKanenas) May 17, 2019
That's all good as long as the fee is £130m and is non negotiable.
— sportmad&yidcrazylee (@sportsmadme) May 17, 2019
Sweet levy will sneak a £300mill release clause in there too
— JunkStar (@JunkStarGB) May 17, 2019
Yes and I can imagine this clause would have a set fee which is high knowing Levy
— Tottenham Transfer News (@LilywhitesLane) May 17, 2019
Do it and insert a 150m buyout clause. If he goes to either Spanish team for that in the future I’d be fine with it
— Bombay (@GordoneBombay) May 17, 2019
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