Eriksen is a shrewd signing for United... but he has a point to prove

The clamour for Manchester United to sign Christian Eriksen gathered pace when Brentford visited Old Trafford in May.

While the match itself was largely meaningless and had a true end of season feel, Eriksen was arguably the best player on the park - even if his side were soundly beaten by United.

The 30-year-old showed he was still capable of playing at the top level, an incredible feat for someone who had suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch at Euro 2020, as he demonstrated his vision, wide array of passing and the ability to dictate from the middle of the pitch.

That 90 minutes at Old Trafford was a perfect illustration of his short spell at Brentford, who he joined in January after having his contract terminated at Inter Milan in December.

Eriksen drew admirers not just for the fact he was back playing - a remarkable achievement in itself - but for the way he controlled games for Thomas Frank's side.

It was no wonder Brentford were desperate to keep him. The Bees offered him a contract to stay in West London, but the Danish star is heading for United after verbally agreeing to join Erik ten Hag's revolution.

Here, Sportsmail looks at his potential role at United, how his impending arrival has been received by fans and why he may have a point to prove.

Where will Eriksen fit in?

United have been crying out for depth in midfield for years, a need exacerbated by the departures of Paul Pogba, Nemanja Matic, Juan Mata and Jesse Lingard this summer.

The signing of Eriksen gives the Red Devils another option and adds a touch of class to a much-maligned midfield unit.

Eriksen has adapted his game over time, regularly coming deeper to pick up the ball for Brentford and his passing and creativity from those areas will be an