Christian Eriksen: “I'm not happy at Manchester United and Erik ten Hag knows it”
Christian Eriksen says he is “unhappy” at his lack of action at Manchester United.
The Danish midfielder has had a disjointed season at Old Trafford, starting just nine Premier League games and making just 11 appearances in total.
The 32-year-old has not started a game since January and has been an unused substitute in six of United's last seven domestic games, even though he came off the bench in the FA Cup clash against Liverpool on the weekend. week.
A major reason for being left out has been the rise to prominence of 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo, who has become a regular starter under Ten Hag.
But although Eriksen has said he respects Ten Hag's decision to leave him out of the team, it is not something he likes.
speaking to tipsbladet, Eriksen said: “I've said before that I'm not satisfied with not playing, but it's not something that keeps me up at night.
“The team is performing and I must respect the role you have at my side.
“For my part, it's been about working hard and focusing on being fresh for every game, and I am. It's easier to accept my role now than before.
“I have had a conversation with Erik (ten Hag) about my discontent with the situation and my desire to play as much as possible, but I am available and I need to be available for the team, which I am and always will be.”
Eriksen added: “He said it was the team he had chosen, and Kobbie (Mainoo) is doing well, and the rest of the midfield is working well too, so there is competition for places, which is expected when playing for a club. first level. .
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“There is great competition within the team.”
Speaking about his relationship with Ten Hag, Eriksen said: “Of course, in the long run you may be worried because I want to play as much as possible.
“Of course, you don't always want to sit on the bench. I don't have that approach, but it's not something I'm worried about at the moment.”
“Often when you change teams and win, you don't change the winning team, and I respect that.”
Eriksen has another season left on his contract at Old Trafford, which runs until 2025.
