Three reasons Tottenham should consider signing Christian Eriksen
By Gary Pearson
![Denmark's midfielder Christian Eriksen takes part in the MD-1 training session at the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen on June 11, 2021 on the eve of their UEFA EURO 2020 match against Finland. (Photo by Jonathan NACKSTRAND / AFP) (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images) Denmark's midfielder Christian Eriksen takes part in the MD-1 training session at the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen on June 11, 2021 on the eve of their UEFA EURO 2020 match against Finland. (Photo by Jonathan NACKSTRAND / AFP) (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/1ee04c9e926056120aaa186e3397564f4f0cbd71ef37a791f810131ee2eecf66.jpg)
1. Tottenham’s clear need for a creative playmaker
Spurs have a lot of proficient defensive midfielders, players who protect the back four and solidify the spine of the team. However, there is a palpable absence of creative playmakers who can consistently execute incisive, penetrative passes.
That is quintessential Eriksen. He might not be the most mobile, or the best defensively, but he can certainly pick out a pass to unlock a stubborn rearguard.
Oh, and he’s also excellent from dead-ball situations. Again, that’s something Tottenham direly needs. Conte would certainly have to utilize Eriksen strategically, but there’s discernible benefit in bringing Eriksen back to Tottenham.
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Or is that just nostalgia speaking?