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  "id": 9374528,
  "title": "Eriksen leaves Wolfsburg by mutual consent",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/eriksen-leaves-wolfsburg-by-mutual-consent-9374528",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-23T16:47:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport Football",
    "slug": "bbc-sport-football",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cm5yezn8w4xdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Christian Eriksen has departed Wolfsburg by mutual agreement, following a brief three-month tenure at the German club. The 34-year-old midfielder's contract was set to expire in June 2027. Eriksen, who previously experienced a cardiac arrest during Denmark's 2021 European Championship opener against Finland, expressed gratitude for the amicable separation. \"My time in Wolfsburg was marked by many highs and lows,\" Eriksen stated. \"I am convinced that a successful future lies ahead for both the club and me.\" The international, who made 34 appearances for Wolfsburg since joining as a free agent last year, added that he wishes to be near his family in Denmark. Wolfsburg's sport director, Dieter Hecking, confirmed that the decision to terminate the contract was ultimately Eriksen's to make. Despite his limited playing time, Eriksen left a lasting impact on his teammates, staff, and fans.",
  "summary": "Christian Eriksen leaves Wolfsburg by mutual consent, just over three months after collapsing during Denmark's friendly with Ukraine.",
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        "title": "Eriksen leaves Wolfsburg by mutual consent",
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        "title": "Eriksen leaves Wolfsburg by mutual consent",
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