Tottenham idol reveals Christian Eriksen 'suspicion' after journalist's new claim
Paul Robinson "suspects" Christian Eriksen ultimately made the decision not to join Tottenham this summer.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former White Hart Lane number one suggested the 30-year-old picked Man United over Spurs because of game time.
On 15 July, the Red Devils announced the signing of Eriksen on a three-year deal.
Speaking to The Athletic’s YouTube channel (21 July), David Ornstein claimed Tottenham made contact over a deal for Eriksen but were put off by the size of contract wanted by the attacking midfielder.
Antonio Conte's side are widely reported to be interested in signing an attacking midfielder before the transfer window shuts.
When asked by Football Insider if Spurs should have pushed the boat out for Eriksen, Robinson said: "Listen, we do not know the ins and the outs of the Eriksen situation.
"I suspect Spurs were in there for a long time. I'm sure they really wanted him to come back.
"I think the player had a choice between a few clubs and he opted for Man United in the end.
"He may have thought he'd get more game time there. When you look at the Spurs squad and the way Conte plays, where does Eriksen fit in?
"Spurs have great options for their front three. With the quality they have got up there, Eriksen would not have been first choice regularly.
"At Man United, Eriksen can be part of a rebuild project. He will have much more of an opportunity to be a starter there."