In the final days of the Turkish transfer window, Galatasaray has decided not to pursue Christian Eriksen. Although the club had shown interest in the Manchester United midfielder, it appears unlikely that a deal can be struck before the transfer deadline on February 9. However, sources reveal that Galatasaray may intensify their pursuit of Eriksen during the summer transfer window.
Eriksen, who joined Manchester United on a free transfer in 2022, will now remain at Old Trafford for the rest of the season. Despite this, sources indicate that Galatasaray remains eager to negotiate a deal for the Danish international during the upcoming summer window.
The 31-year-old midfielder, known for his contributions to Erik ten Hag's squad, has temporarily lost his starting position to 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo and Casemiro, who recently returned from injury. United has experienced success in their previous three games utilizing a midfield trio consisting of Mainoo, Casemiro, and Bruno Fernandes, with Eriksen remaining on the bench as an unused substitute.
Eriksen's last start for Manchester United was in a 2-2 draw with Tottenham on January 14. While United did acquire Mason Mount from Chelsea during the previous summer, it is expected that further changes to their midfield will occur in the upcoming transfer window.
The future of both Eriksen and Casemiro, whose contracts extend until 2025 and 2026 respectively, remains uncertain. Simultaneously, there appears to be a leaning towards not making Sofyan Amrabat's loan move from Fiorentina permanent. Manchester United retains the option to secure the services of the Morocco international permanently at the season's conclusion, with a set fee of €20 million ($22.5m) and an additional €5 million ($5.3m) in add-ons.
As the Turkish transfer window draws to a close, Galatasaray's decision not to pursue Christian Eriksen appears to be final. However, it's evident that their interest in the midfielder persists, and negotiations may resume in the summer. For now, Eriksen will continue his journey with Manchester United, contributing to the team whenever called upon. Fans will have to wait and see how the upcoming transfer window shapes the club's midfield composition and the future of players like Eriksen and Casemiro.
