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Christian Eriksen's time at Tottenham Hotspur is coming to an end.

The Danish international has been heavily linked with a transfer away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium since the summer, and with just six-months remaining on his contract should Spurs not cash in now, they will lose the player for nothing in the summer.

Real Madrid and Manchester United have previously been linked with the midfielder, but Inter Milan are the club hotly tipped to complete a deal before next week's deadline.

Here we take a look at how the transfer saga involving Eriksen has played out so far.

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Summer

Daniel Levy calls Real Madrid

Eriksen appeared unwilling to sign a new contract at Tottenham.

That was according to Spanish outlet Marca, who also stated that Spurs chairman Daniel Levy has called Real Madrid general manager Jose Angel Sanchez to try and broker a deal.

Spurs were asking for a fee in the region of £130million last summer, for their Danish star, but Marca report that the fee this time around is £70m.

Eriksen has never stated his desire to leave, insisting that he could sign a new contract at Spurs, but admitting that it might be time for a "new challenge".

And if he does not go this summer, the Dane can leave on a free transfer next season, at the end of his contract.

Eriksen on his future

Speaking to Danish publication Ekstra Bladet in the summer, the midfielder dropped a transfer bombshell by claiming he would like to try something new following a lot of speculation about his future.

"I feel that I am at a stage of my career where I would like to try something new," he said. "I have the deepest respect for everything that is happening at Tottenham and it would not be something negative to stay. But I have also said that I would like to try something new.

"I hope that something will be decided this summer. That is the plan. In football you never know when there could be a decision like that. It could be at any point. The best thing is always for it to happen quickly, but in football things take time."

Asked about a move to Real Madrid, he added "Real Madrid is a step up, but then it would take Real Madrid picking up the phone and making contact with Tottenham and say that they want Christian. And that they haven’t done as far as I am concerned.

"It all depends on Daniel Levy and there has to be another club too. Or I will sit down myself at the table and negotiate a new contract. You can’t set a date yourself. There aren’t many boxes that Tottenham don’t tick so if I have to move away, it would have to be a step up.

"If there are no exciting offers why shouldn’t I stay at Tottenham? If I then sign a new contract depends on the conditions."

Pogba replacement

Pogba to Real Madrid and Eriksen to Manchester United?

That's what the Sun have reported as they stated the Red Devils see the Dane as the best possible replacement for the Frenchman.

Although, the Manchester Evening News state Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would prefer to keep Pogba rather than sign Eriksen.

Options running out?

According to the Guardian, a longer stay at Spurs for Eriksen is looking more and more likely, due to the fact that he is 'short of options' for a move away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The report claimed that only a handful of clubs would be able to meet the financial requirements to complete a deal, and that Manchester United's failure to qualify for the Champions League last season rules them out of the race.

Although Real Madrid seem to have turned their attention elsewhere, they could yet return for the Dane, although they seem to be putting more energy into securing the signing of Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba.

New team join the race

Atletico Madrid are the latest team to join the race for the playmaker's signature.

With Real Madrid's interest reportedly cooling, their city rivals have taken up the mantle of chasing the Danish star.

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According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla, Diego Simeone is a keen admirer of the 27-year-old midfielder, however, do they have the money to make a move for him?

Atletico have already shelled out £126million this summer on Joao Felix from Benfica, and despite Antoine Griezmann leaving for Barcelona, the finances may not be there for them to prise Eriksen away from Spurs.

Eriksen to Liverpool?

Dean Saunders urged Liverpool to make a surprise bid for the Spurs star.

"They (Liverpool) could spend it maybe... I think Eriksen could slot into Liverpool’s team,” Saunders told talkSPORT when asked about where Eriksen should go.

"That type of player who will make their midfield a bit more productive."

New contract offered

Eriksen did not rule out signing a new contract when discussing his future earlier in the summer and the Daily Mail claimed that Spurs have offered the attacking midfielder a new contract.

Currently earning a reported £80,000-a-week, this report claims Eriksen could more than double his money.

It's claimed that Spurs' latest offer could push Eriksen’s wage closer to £200,000-a-week.

Although it should be noted that the midfielder's advisers have told the club Eriksen won't be influenced by money.

Manchester United interest continues

With two weeks of the summer transfer window remaining, the Mail claimed that United were monitoring the Dane's situation.

While Solskjaer would prefer to keep Pogba, Eriksen is said to remain on the radar if the Frenchman departs for Real Madrid.

A major exit from the Bernabeu could see that move become a reality.

Juventus enter race

According to Calcio Mercato in the summer, Juventus were the latest side to enter the race for Eriksen's signature.

The report states that new boss Maurizio Sarri is not happy with his midfield yet, despite having signed Aaron Ramsey and Adrien Rabiot on free transfers this summer.

And Eriksen is now being targeted by the former Chelsea boss.

Spurs hopeful of persuading Christian Eriksen to stay

The Daily Mail have reported that Tottenham are optimistic about their chances of keeping the playmaker.

They claim that Spurs are willing to more than double his wages, but that the player is pushing for a release clause that will allow him to leave if certain clubs come in for him.

United deal off

Manchester United reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Eriksen in the summer.

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy had "encouraged" United to make a move for the Dane, according to our friends at the Manchester Evening News, with Levy looking for around £50million for him as the transfer window countdown clock ticked down.

But according to Simon Stone at the BBC, the Red Devils "pulled the plug" on a move.

That is because Eriksen had his heart set on a move to Real Madrid and United did not think they had enough time to secure a transfer.

Juventus plot pre-contract deal for Spurs stars

Christian Eriksen may still be a Tottenham player but the Italian giants could plot a move.

According to The Metro, Juventus are looking towards offering the playmaker a contract when his deal expires in 2020.

This would see them replicate the same approach that has seen the likes of Aaron Ramsey and Emre Can go to Turin in recent seasons.

Contract update

Our Spurs writer Alasdair Gold gave his thoughts on some of the big talking points at the new Tottenham Stadium right now during an Q&A session with fans last week where he was asked about Eriksen and his new contract.

This is what he said: "Spurs will try everything they can to get Christian Eriksen to sign a new deal. They’re already believed to have offered him a deal that would put him up with Harry Kane at the top of the earning tree at the club but the player has stated that he wants a fresh challenge.

"The caveat to that is that he also said that if such a challenge did not emerge then he wouldn’t be against signing a new deal if the terms were right.

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"The Real Madrid offer he’s been pining for has not yet come in, but that’s not to say that it won’t come late in the Spanish window if the La Liga giants cannot secure their first or second choice targets.

"Pochettino would love to keep Eriksen but he’s happy to let the club and player sort it out between them. Saturday showed that Spurs do miss Eriksen when he’s not playing and it’s a big job for Lo Celso to come in and try to fill that hole if he does leave."

Three clubs Eriksen wants to join

According to ESPN, Eriksen has told Spurs that he has no intention of signing a new contract.

Furthermore, the report states that the Dane only has eyes on three clubs.

Joining Real Madrid or Barcelona remains his preference, with Juventus being a third-choice option just in case his dream of a move to Spain falls flat.

Spurs stay on the cards

Christian Eriksen is resigned to staying at Tottenham until at least January, with moves to Real Madrid and Barcelona failing to materialise, according to the Daily Mail.

The report claims that the Spurs midfielder had his heart set on a move away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer, but neither Spanish club made a move for the Danish international.

It is also reported that Tottenham have offered Eriksen a new deal but representatives of the player have insisted that they are not interested in holding any further contract talks.

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Real Madrid look at alternatives

According to CMSport, Real Madrid have now moved on from possible moves for Eriksen and Paul Pogba at Manchester United, and have started looking at alternative options. One deal that the outlet says is a 'strong possibility' before the European transfer window closes on September 2nd is the Spanish giants completing a move for former Spurs target Bruno Fernandes.

The Sporting midfielder has been at the centre of speculation over the summer, with both Tottenham and Manchester United heavily linked. But super agent Jorge Mendes is working hard to get a deal over the line.

The report claims that the price of Fernandes and Eriksen will be similar, but the presence of Mendes tips the balance in favour of the Sporting midfielder.

Paris Saint-Germain looking at Neymar replacements

The French giants were reportedly eyeing a move for Christian Eriksen should the Brazilian complete his move to Barcelona.

According to Le Parisien, PSG were the most likely club to make a move for hi in the final days of the European transfer window, should Neymar leave for Barcelona, with the suggestion that they would launch a €80million bid to steal him away from Spurs.

January

Inter Milan plot January move

The Express have reported that the Italian side will make a move for Christian Eriksen if his contract situation is not sorted by January.

Antonio Conte is thought to be an admirer of the Spurs star and would love to capitalise on the uncertainty around his future.

Man Utd make Real Madrid player swap demand in Paul Pogba January transfer talks

Manchester United are reportedly willing to sell Paul Pogba to Real Madrid - but only if Toni Kroos is included in the deal.

The France international was a top target for Los Blancos in the summer. However, United’s hefty £150m asking price stopped a deal getting done.

Real have already spent lavishly in recent weeks after their disappointing 2018/19 campaign. But Zidane seemingly isn’t willing to give up the chase for his compatriot.

And Spanish media outlet Diario Madridista claim United were actively vying for Kroos in the summer. And according to the report, if a cash-plus player offer is tabled, a deal could be done in January.

If Real Madrid succeed in their pursuit of Pogba, the Spanish giants are likely to shelve any bid for Christian Eriksen.

The Dane is thought to be keen on a move to Madrid, but a Pogba arrival would make a move difficult.

Harry Kane warning

Without naming Eriksen, the Spurs striker had a message for the trio of players (Toby Alderweireld and Danny Rose) who were close to leaving in the summer.

"Obviously in the transfer window just gone, there were players who maybe wanted to leave, and it was public knowledge that there were players close to leaving who stayed," Kane told Sky Sports.

"So it's never easy when you have a situation like that, but now that's closed, we all just want to move in the right direction.

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"Whoever is on the pitch has to give everything for the club, that's all we can ask for.

"You have to kind of put your individual needs to one side and make sure you're performing to the highest level, because that will help your individual status anyway."

Real Madrid January move

The latest rumour in Spain is that Real Madrid are planning talks with Eriksen in January.

Marca claim that Los Blancos want to negotiate with the Denmark international.

And it would appear that's no sign Eriksen to a pre-contract agreement which would see him arrive at the Santiago Bernabeu next summer, unless the two clubs can agree on a cut-price fee.

Juventus preparing swap deal

Reports in France claim that Italian giants Juventus are ready to try and convince Tottenham to part with Eriksen in January by offering Adrien Rabiot in exchange.

LE10 Sport (via football Italia) claim that the summer arrival at Juventus is getting impatient with his lack of game time at the Serie A club, and Maurizio Sarri may look to push through a straight swap deal that will see Rabiot arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in January.

Zidane set on Pogba

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has his heart set on bring Paul Pogba to the club, despite the club offering him Christian Erksen and Napoli man Fabian Ruiz, according to diario madridista.

The report claims that there is a disagreement at the Bernabeu over who should come into the club, with chiefs setting their sights on Eriksen, either for a cut-price deal in January or for nothing in the summer, and Ruiz, who is impressing in Italy.

Zidane asks Paul Pogba every day," Spanish journalist Eduardo Inda said exclusively on El Chiringuito de Jugones . "In Real Madrid they insist that they can have Fabian or Eriksen, who could even arrive in winter.

"Zidane only wants Pogba and this has generated a great mess and that the tuning is not the same."

Mourinho hint

The Spurs head coach has dropped the biggest hint so far that Christian Eriksen will indeed leave Tottenham in the New Year.

The Denmark international is free to negotiate a pre-contractual agreement with clubs outside of England from next week, ahead of the expiration of his deal at the end of the season.

Spurs could also choose to cash-in during next month's transfer window in order to receive a fee for the services of the creative midfielder, with Inter Milan and Juventus heavily linked with a swoop.

While supporters await the final outcome of a transfer saga that has stretched on for months, Mourinho has dropped a big hint that the 27-year-old is indeed set to leave.

"I know, I know, or at least I think I know because Christian has always been very clear with me. I will not be the one to say though," he said after the 2-1 win against Brighton on Boxing Day.

Man United transfer decision

A January move to Old Trafford looks increasingly unlikely for Eriksen.

That is because United appear content to wait it out and hope that Eriksen does not sign a pre-contract agreement with another club in January and commit himself to a summer move elsewhere.

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According to the Telegraph , Ed Woodward and United chiefs have made the decision to wait until the summer to try and land Eriksen on a free transfer.

United are monitoring his situation and will be keen onlookers when it comes to the January transfer window opening and parties making their moves from the continent for Eriksen's services.

Inter Milan interest

The latest club to enter the race for Eriksen is Serie A giants Inter Milan - now managed by former Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte.

According Sky in Italy, Inter are one of several clubs to have contacted the Dane's representatives about his future.

In addition, the report claims that Juventus are keen on Eriksen but they are currently prioritising a pursuit of Barcelona's Arturo Vidal.

United slap price tag on Paul Pogba

According to the Daily Star, Manchester United are prepared to sell Paul Pogba this month - but have slapped a £150million price tag on the unsettled star.

Old Trafford bosses are prepared to let the French midfielder leave Old Trafford in this transfer window, provided a rival club meets their huge valuation.

It remains to be seen if either Real Madrid or Juventus are willing to spend so much on the midfielder now, or wait until the summer to make their move.

If Pogba leaves, a move for Christian Eriksen could be on the cards, although The Independent claim Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish and Leicester midfielder James Maddison his top targets this month.

Inter Milan deal 'imminent'

According to Danish outlet Ekstra Bladet, Christian Eriksen is 'close' to sealing a move to Serie A side Inter.

The report claims that an agreement between the parties is expected to be finalised over the coming weeks, with the transfer fee expected to be in the region of £17-20 million.

It is also claimed that Tottenham tried hard to get Eriksen to commit to a new contract, but couldn't convince the player, so are now likely to cash in rather than lose him for nothing in the summer.

Eriksen rejects Spurs offer

There has been talk of Tottenham attempting to make Eriksen a final offer to stay at the club beyond the end of this season.

But Eriksen appears to have made up his mind and is set on leaving the club.

Italian journalist Nicolo Schira has tweeted that the Dane has rejected a new contract offer from Spurs, but will not leave in January as he seeks a summer exit.

Schira reports that PSG, Inter and Real Madrid are the interested parties in signing him in the summer.

All three are free to speak to the Dane and he can sign a pre-contract agreement with any of them this month ahead of a summer move.

£20m United bid

With Inter Milan seemingly in pole position to sign the Dane in January, a spanner has been thrown into the Italian side's works.

Reports from FC Inter News claim that Tottenham have an offer on the table from Manchester United to sign the Dane in January, rather than the summer.

United have reportedly lodged a bid of £20million for Eriksen to sign in the January transfer window, a bid that Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is keen to accept.

Agent Martin Schoots, however, is working on a big-money deal in the summer and does not intend to let Spurs sell his client in January.

Eriksen's agent to meet Inter

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the agent of Tottenham midfielder Christian Eriksen are expected in Milan over the next few hours to negotiate with Inter Milan.

A goodbye to fans?

Eriksen was substituted in the 1-0 loss against Liverpool at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

But following the match, the midfielder handed his shirt to someone in the South Stand, waved to the crowd and then instead of walking across the pitch to the tunnel, walked around the touchline waving to the fans along the way.

Spurs will be back in action at home in the FA Cup fixture against Middlesbrough on Tuesday evening, with their next home clash coming against Norwich the following midweek.

Is an end to his transfer saga set to take place in the coming days?

Inter Milan make offer

Inter Milan are awaiting a response after making a contract offer to Christian Eriksen, according to Sky in Italy.

The Italian club are keen to tie a deal up for the player in order to beat off competition from the likes of Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid and Juventus.

Inter are looking to get a positive response from Eriksen's representatives before opening talks with Tottenham over a January move.

The Danish international is free to speak with clubs in Europe due to him only having six months remaining on his current deal at Tottenham.

Inter agreement reached

According to reports in Italy, Inter and Christian Eriksen have reached an agreement on a four-and-a-half-year deal.

La Gazzetta dello Sport claim that Eriksen has lowered his wage demands in order to push through a move.

Talks will now take place between the Serie A club and Tottenham, with Spurs having set their price for the midfielder at £17 million.

If an agreement is not reached between the two clubs, then it is claimed that Eriksen will join the Italian side for free in the summer.

Two offers and a player swap eyed

Eriksen apparently has two contract offers he is considering: one from Inter and one from PSG.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport (via Sport Witness), the Serie A side are offering €7.5m (£6.4m) per year after tax, plus bonuses - and he is said to prefer this offer because of the role he would have in Antonio Conte’s squad.

However, there are still negotiations to be done with Spurs over a potential January move.

Inter want to pay €10m (£8.6m), Spurs want €20m (£17.2m). According to reports, the Serie A side could include midfielder Matias Vecino in the deal to help move the deal along.

PSG willing to pay £25m

Christian Eriksen still could stay at Tottenham until the end of the season, with Inter 'way off' a deal with Spurs over the player, according to The Independent.

Tottenham are said to be after a fee of around £25million for the Danish international, but Inter have made an offer of £8-10 million.

It is claimed that Inter are prepared to wait for the summer in order to get the best deal for Eriksen, however, Jose Mourinho is keen to move the player on in order to prepare for life without him when he leaves in the summer.

PSG are said to be willing to pay the £25million fee, but Eriksen has reservations over the game time that he would get with the French club.

The report says that the only way the situation is to change is if Inter up their offer in order to match Tottenham's valuation.

Inter submit opening bid

Inter have submitted an opening bid of £8.5 million, after agreeing terms with Eriksen, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.

However, Tottenham are looking for a fee of around double that.

The report claims that Inter have decided to move for Eriksen after failing in their pursuit of Arturo Vidal at Barcelona.

The report is backed by Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, who reports that Inter have started 'official talks' with Tottenham over a January transfer for the midfielder, with Eriksen keen to complete a move as soon as possible.

Inter chief flies in for talks

Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio was reportedly in London on Wednesday to discuss deals with Chelsea and Spurs.

Gianluca Di Marzio reports that the Inter chief continued negotiations with Chelsea for Olivier Giroud, before taking a meeting with Spurs about Christian Eriksen’s future.

Inter have offered €10m (£8.6m) for Eriksen, but the Spurs want €20million (£17.1m) for a January deal, with the Serie A side reportedly willing only to go as far as €15m (£12.8m).

Inter increase bid

According to Corriere dello Sport, as per Sport Witness, Inter have increased their offer for Eriksen this month.

The Italian giants have upped their bid to €15million which works out at around £12.8million at the current rate of exchange and could see a deal done in the coming days.

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is looking for a fee close to €20million, but there is a feeling that he would accept €17million - £14.5million.

Swap deal agreed

The latest rumour involves a swap deal.

According to Italian broadcaster Sportitalia, Tottenham Hotspur have accepted midfielder Matias Vecino as part of the deal taking Eriksen to the San Siro.

The Uruguay international had been heavily linked with Everton, but it is claimed the Toffees have now cooled their interest in the midfielder which paves the way for an Eriksen swap deal.

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Inter to up bid again

Journalist Fabrizio Ramano is also reporting that Inter will increase their over the 'next few hours' bid in order to get closer to Tottenham's asking price.

He reports that the Italian side have already offered £12.8million, but Spurs are looking for a fee of around £17million.

The increased bid means that Inter will be closer to the asking price and that a deal could be closer to getting done.

Talks continue

Tottomercatoweb report that Inter have made a second bid of around £15.3million for Eriksen and although it has not yet received a 'positive response' from Tottenham, the report claims that Spurs and Daniel Levy are 'very open' to getting a deal done.

It also claims that the final fee could be more in the region of £17million with add-ons.

It is reported that Levy is showing himself being more lenient than usual over the last 48 hours leading to thought that a deal can be reached before the end of the transfer window.

Eriksen is reported by Sky in Italy to have held talks with Levy and told the chairman that he wants to leave this month.

Vecino bid

Manchester United have placed a bid to sign Inter midfielder Matias Vecino on loan.

Vecino was touted as a player to move to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in a player-plus-cash swap deal for Eriksen.

And that could still happen, with the Italian side rejecting United's bid to sign the Uruguayan on loan this month.

However, Napoli are also trying to secure a swap deal with Allan going the other way.

Deal 'done'

Multiple sources are now stating that a deal has been completed between Spurs and Inter.

Italian journalist Nicolo Schira says that the clubs have come to an agreement on a transfer worth €20m (£16.9m) in total, including bonuses.

Meanwhile, Eriksen will sign a contract until June 2024 with wages worth €10m (£8.4m) per season.

Barcelona enquiry

Barcelona have reportedly enquired about signing Eriksen from Spurs.

The midfielder looks set to move to Inter, with various outlets stating a deal had been agreed between Spurs and the Serie A side.

However, Sky Sports are stating that there could be late drama in the move, with Barcelona asking the Premier League side about a potential move for the 28-year-old.

Contract signed in 'next days'

According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, an agreement has been reached between Inter and Tottenham for the transfer of Eriksen after a meeting took place in Milan between agents.

It is claimed that the midfielder will now arrive in Italy in the 'next days' in order to sign his contract with the Serie A club.

Transfer hint

Christian Eriksen travelled with the Tottenham squad to face Southampton in the FA Cup on Saturday afternoon.

But he was not named in the squad to face the Saints in Spurs’ FA Cup fourth round tie.

Move to Inter Milan imminent?

Arrival in Italy

After weeks and months of speculation the Eriksen transfer saga is almost over.

The midfielder has arrived in Italy ahead of his move to Inter.

Video emerged on social media on Monday morning of the Dane getting mobbed as he walked through the airport in Milan.

Eriksen is in Italy to have his medical and complete his move to the Italian giants.

Reports suggest he will be unveiled as an Inter player on Monday afternoon.