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'Eriksen would find it difficult to reject Real Madrid' - Sherwood fears Tottenham star's exit

Christian Eriksen would find it ‘very difficult’ to reject a move to Real Madrid and could replace Luka Modric at the Santiago Bernabeu, says former Tottenham manager Tim Sherwood.

Denmark playmaker Eriksen has enjoyed another stellar season at Spurs, scoring seven goals and supplying 12 assists in the Premier League, as well as helping the club to reach the Champions League final.

However, he only has another season remaining on his contract and, amid speculation Madrid are planning a summer approach, Sherwood fears Eriksen could leave Spurs.

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Sherwood told Bwin : “I would love to see Eriksen sign a new contract and commit his future to Tottenham, but I’m not sure that he will.