Christian Eriksen leaves Wolfsburg by mutual agreement after latest heart scare

Christian Eriksen has left Wolfsburg by mutual agreement after a difficult few months, the club have confirmed.

The 34-year-old midfielder signed a two-year deal when he first joined the club in 2025.

His contract was due to run until next summer, but both parties agreed to terminate the deal because Eriksen wanted to return to Denmark to be closer to his family.

Eriksen has not played since he collapsed during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine on June 7. 

The midfielder went down clutching his chest in the 65th minute, and the match at Odense Isstadion was ultimately abandoned.

Eriksen’s cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) delivered a shock during the incident, but he was conscious enough to walk to an ambulance before being taken to hospital for further checks.

The incident brought back memories of the cardiac arrest he suffered during Denmark’s 2020 European Championship match against Finland.

Eriksen was later fitted with an ICD to help control dangerous heart rhythms before returning to professional football. 

He continued his career at Brentford and Manchester United in the Premier League before joining Wolfsburg as a free agent last year.

Despite his latest setback, Eriksen enjoyed his first season in Germany, racking up three goals and 10 assists in 34 appearances across all competitions.

After leaving the club, Eriksen said: “At the moment, it is important for me to be close to my family in Denmark. I’m pleased that we were able to find a solution together. 

“I know that the club is now in good hands as it aims to make its way back to the Bundesliga, and I am convinced that a successful future lies ahead for VfL.

“I would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported me during my time at VfL and in Wolfsburg. It was a great pleasure for me to play for you, and I will look back fondly on this period.”

Wolfsburg sporting director Dieter Hecking said the club respected Eriksen’s decision and wanted to give him the freedom to decide what was best for him.

“For us, it was clear that the decision about his future had to be Christian’s,” he said. “He has already experienced and achieved a great deal during his extraordinary career. 

“Despite his short time here, he has left a lasting impression on his teammates, our staff and the fans. We would like to thank Christian and wish him and his family all the very best.”