Sir Alex Ferguson's glowing verdict on Christian Eriksen amid Manchester United transfer links

Sir Alex Ferguson once waxed lyrical about Christian Eriksen amid ongoing links connecting the midfielder with a summer move to Manchester United.

United are reportedly interested in bringing the Dane to Old Trafford in a bid to strengthen their midfield options. After suffering a cardiac arrest a year ago, he joined Brentford on a shot-term deal in January until the end of this season.

Despite suffering a horrific ordeal at the European Championship 12 months ago, the attacking-midfielder — who was forced to leave Inter Milan after being fitted with a implantable cardioverter-defibrillator device — starred for the Bees between February and the end of the season. In 11 Premier League appearances, he grabbed four assists and netted one goal.

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Although that return may seem modest, Eriksen's overall performances had a huge impact on Brentford's season, helping them retain their Premier League status for next season with ease. It means several clubs are now being interested in his signature, with his Brentford contract expiring at the end of this month.

United and Spurs are among those to be linked, with Erik ten Hag keen to strengthen his midfield options. Eriksen would add a wealth of talent and experience to the squad.

And if United are to snap up the Denmark international it would likely earn the seal of approval from former boss Ferguson. That is because the Scot hailed him back in 2012, following a Europa League clash between Ajax and United in Amsterdam. United won 2-0, but Eriksen made a telling impression on Ferguson.

"He's a good player — a typical Ajax player who is good on the ball — but we already knew