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Manchester United and Tottenham handed Christian Eriksen transfer boost as the Danish playmaker 'rejects Brentford contract extension' in hope of joining new 'Premier League club'

Christian Eriksen has reportedly rejected a new contract extension at Brentford and handed Manchester United and Spurs a transfer boost ahead of next season.

The Danish international suffered a cardiac arrest at Euro 2020 last June but kickstarted his remarkable return to football with Brentford in January, notching a goal and four assists in 11 appearances to help keep the club in the top flight.

But Eriksen is now reportedly looking for a new challenge next campaign, having snubbed the opportunity to stay with the Bees.

Christian Eriksen has rejected Brentford's efforts to keep him next season according to reports
The Denmark star made his return to football in January after his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020

The 30-year-old is eager to play Champions League football once again and will priortise a move inside the Premier League, according to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla.