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Manchester United star confirms he's leaving immediately after final whistle vs Aston Villa

Man United beat Aston Villa 2-0 on the final day of the Premier League season at Old Trafford.

Christian Eriksen is congratulated by his teammates after scoring.

Christian Eriksen will be leaving Old Trafford.

Christian Eriksen has confirmed he is leaving Manchester United when his contact expires at the end of next month.

Eriksen made the admission after scoring United's second goal in their 2-0 win over Aston Villa on the final day of the Premier League season at Old Trafford.

The Dane dispatched a second half penalty after stepping off the bench. He was given the opportunity to take the spot kick after Bruno Fernandes was ordered by Ruben Amorim to give him the ball.

Asked by TNT Sports immediately after the full-time whistle if that was his last act in a United shirt, Eriksen said: "Yes, that is correct. I think that is also why Bruno gave me a penalty as a nice farewell.

"I think we did it today for the fans. It has been a tough season, but I am going to wish them all the best. It is an incredible stadium, an incredible club and I have no doubt I will be back at some point.

"It has been an exciting few years being in this stadium and playing for this club. I have enjoyed it and I take a lot of good memories with me."

Asked what will be next for him, the midfielder added: "First of all, a holiday and relax, and then the national team. Then I will see what the future holds. I am still fit to play."

The Dane's effort from the spot marked his fifth goal of the season and his first in the Premier League since scoring in a 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford in August 2023.

Eriksen joined United on a free transfer in July 2022 after impressing during a short-term spell at Brentford. He made north of 100 appearances for the club, scoring eight goals.

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