Tottenham meet crucial Christian Eriksen transfer demand despite Brentford’s efforts to keep star midfielder

Brentford have confirmed they are in talks with Christian Eriksen to extend his contract at the club, but both Tottenham and Newcastle could still turn his head with their strong financial muscle.

The Danish midfielder is in demand in the transfer market, after proving that he still has what it takes to play at the very highest level this season.

He has been one of the best players in the Premier League since joining the Bees on a six-month deal in January.

Thomas Frank gave him an opportunity when he needed it the most, and he’s been told that if he stays at the club for a few more years he will have a statue built for him outside the Brentford Community Stadium.

Newcastle have become one of the richest clubs in the world, and their strong second half of the season saw them move from rock bottom to 11th, in a teaser for what is to come next season.

Then there is Tottenham, Eriksen’s former club managed by one of his former managers, who now have secured Champions League football, a competition Eriksen himself has said he is determined to get involved in again.

So with all the clubs interested in him at the moment, Tottenham are the only one who can provide Champions League football while Newcastle could offer the biggest pay cheque.

Brentford though have not given up on signing the Dane, as confirmed by club director Phil Giles: “It’s no secret that we will love if Christian stays in Brentford for several seasons.

“We will continue to talk to him and his camp about the possibility of that.”

The midfielder will turn 30 this summer, and his next deal is likely to be his last major contract at a high level and so he will likely take time to arrive at the best one.

He has played in 11 league games for the Bees, providing four assists and creating more chances than any other player in Thomas Frank’s side.