According to sources at Football Insider, Celtic has encountered a financial hurdle in their quest to secure the signing of Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen.
During Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke shared that Eriksen’s hefty £150,000-per-week salary at United is presenting a major challenge for Celtic.
Well-informed insiders have indicated that Celtic will not be able to come close to matching Eriksen’s current wages, potentially scuppering any potential deal in the upcoming January transfer window.
Manager Brendan Rodgers is keen to strengthen his squad, with the addition of a seasoned European player like Eriksen seen as beneficial in enhancing Celtic’s Champions League aspirations.
The 32-year-old midfielder has been a regular feature in the United lineup this season, making 14 appearances across various competitions.
It is possible that Celtic may have to postpone their pursuit of Eriksen until the summer. With his contract set to expire at the end of the season, Eriksen could explore free transfer opportunities with other clubs.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, Eriksen has showcased his value on the pitch for United this season, contributing four goals and three assists.
Renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano has previously reported that Eriksen and United are likely to part ways at the end of the current season. Since joining the club in 2022 on a free transfer, Eriksen has made a total of 86 appearances for the Premier League giants.
