# Christen Eriksen: A Journey from Ajax to Manchester United
Christen Eriksen is a Danish professional footballer who currently plays for Premier League club Manchester United. He is known for his creativity, technical ability and passing range, and has been hailed as one of the best midfielders in Europe. In this article, we will take a look at his journey in football, growing up at Ajax and his future ambitions.
## Growing Up at Ajax
Eriksen began his career at Dutch club Ajax, where he made his debut in 2010. He quickly established himself as one of the most talented young players in Europe, and was part of the team that won four consecutive Eredivisie titles between 2011 and 2014. During his time at Ajax, Eriksen made a total of 162 appearances and scored 33 goals.
In 2013, Eriksen moved to Tottenham Hotspur, where he continued to impress with his technical ability and creativity. During his six-year spell at Spurs, he made 305 appearances and scored 69 goals. He was also part of the team that reached the 2019 Champions League Final.
## Joining Manchester United
In January 2020, Eriksen joined Manchester United on a three-and-a-half-year deal. He has since become an integral part of the team, and has been praised for his ability to link up play between midfield and attack. He has also been praised for his leadership qualities, and has been tipped to become one of the club’s key players in the future.
## Future Ambitions
Eriksen has stated that he is determined to help Manchester United win trophies in the coming years. He is also keen to make an impact on the international stage, having represented Denmark at Euro 2012 and the 2018 World Cup.
## Watch Football Focus on BBC One
Football Focus will be airing an exclusive interview with Christen Eriksen on Saturday 2 September at 12:00 BST on BBC One, iPlayer and the BBC Sport website & app. In the interview, Eriksen will be discussing his journey in football, growing up at Ajax and his future ambitions.
So make sure to tune in to get an insight into the life and career of one of Europe’s most talented midfielders. You can also get all the best Manchester Utd content right [here](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/teams/manchester-united).
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