Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has told his club's bosses to sign Frenkie De Jong and Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen, 30, as they will be the focal point of his team.

Manchester United's interest in Christian Eriksen does not rule out a move for their No 1 target Frenkie de Jong.

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen, 30, has decided to pursue a new challenge and is preparing to leave Brentford, amid interest from former club Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United.

West Ham sent scouts to watch Denmark and Brentford midfielder Christian Eriksen, 30, plus his international team-mate, Atalanta right-back Joakim Maehle, 25, in Nations League action on Monday with a view to a double transfer

Manchester United are hoping they can lure Denmark playmaker Christian Eriksen on a free transfer with the 30-year-old's short-term deal at Brentford at an end.