Arsenal hero Bergkamp tells old boss Wenger to sign Ajax starlet Eriksen

25 February 2010 10:15
Arsenal legend Dennis Bergkamp has urged his former club to sign emerging Ajax prodigy Christian Eriksen.[LNB]Bergkamp began his career with Ajax but after an unsuccessful spell at Inter Milan he moved to north London, where he enjoyed 11 trophy-laden years with the Gunners. And despite moving back to his native country, it appears his allegiances still rest with Arsene Wenger's side.[LNB] Emerging talent: Dennis Bergkamp has urged Arsenal to sign Christian Eriksen (left)[LNB]Premier League giants Manchester United and Chelsea have both been linked with a swoop for Danish youngster Eriksen, who turned 18 earlier this month.[LNB]And according to the Daily Mirror, Bergkamp has told Wenger to move quickly to sign the midfielder, who has one year to run on his contract. [LNB] Flying Dutchman: Bergkamp enjoyed 11 successful years with the Gunners [LNB][LNB]Ajax boss Martin Jol is desperate to hang on to the young prodigybut fears Eriksen's head may be turned by reports of a lucrative moveto England. [LNB]'We are eager to offer him a new contract in the upcoming weeks. Wewant Christian to stay in Amsterdam for several more years. It alldepends on what the player himself wants though.'[LNB] Zayette: 'I want to leave Hull for United, Arsenal or Chelsea'United target Ingolfur Sigurdsson enjoys successful trial with ArsenalPICTURE SPECIAL: Different Strokes for Arsenal folks as stars turn back time for community celebrationsArsene Wenger urges young Gunners to be proud as Arsenal boss eyes final push for Premier League and Champions LeagueARSENAL FC

Source: Daily_Mail