Wolfsburg has secured the signing of Christian Eriksen, while veteran goalkeeper Steve Mandanda has announced his retirement from professional football. The moves, confirmed September 11, 2024, reshape the Bundesliga clubS midfield and mark the end of an era for the French international shot-stopper.
Eriksen,32,joins Wolfsburg after a successful stint with Manchester United. The Danish playmaker’s arrival bolsters Wolfsburg’s creative options as they aim to improve upon their 2023/24 Bundesliga performance. Together, Mandanda, 39, brings a close to a distinguished 20-year career, including a 2018 FIFA World cup triumph with France. His departure leaves a void in experience for both his former clubs, Olympique de Marseille and Stade Rennais.
Mandanda was a key member of the French team that won the World Cup in 2018. Getty Images/Neal Simpson/Allstar documented his career.
