Christian Eriksen ‘shocked’ by flying form following three assists in two Brentford friendlies after eight-month absence
CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN can’t quite believe he is on the brink of a stunning return to football.
The Denmark star, 30, has been “surprised” at just how good he has been playing since sealing his Deadline Day move to Brentford.
He has already grabbed three assists in the two friendlies he has played for the West Londoners against Southend and Rangers.
And he could be available to face Newcastle this Saturday just eight month after his shock Euro 2020 cardiac arrest.
The midfielder said: “The minutes are getting more and more and I feel very good.
“It has been a tough test in the last week but I am happy to be out there. I feel I am in a good place mentally and body wise going into the games.
“I am actually a bit surprised that my body is acting as it is. Of course I have been training hard but I didn’t expect it to be as good as I feel now so it’s definitely positive.
“There’s still the same excitement and love for getting on the ball, being involved and playing football.
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“It’s what I’ve been waiting for months now and finally being out there with a team is very pleasing and comforting.”
Eriksen was unveiled to fans for the first time in the last home game against Crystal Palace which ended 0-0.
The playmaker’s arrival couldn’t come sooner given the Bees are without a win in their last seven Prem games.
Eriksen added: “We made a programme from day one for a few weeks to see how it goes.
“We’ve seen everyday how I feel in certain positions, games and in possession to see how my body and head reacts.
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“Playing 80 minutes against a strong side like Rangers is up there as a good point to show where I’m at.
“Being at the stadium made it more real. Seeing a game and being more involved in the build up to the game made it more real.
“Still, walking onto the pitch I can’t imagine how I will feel but I’m looking forward to it.”