VfL Wolfsburg faces an uncertain future after Christian Eriksen (34) collapsed on the pitch during Sunday’s match against Ukraine. The Danish midfielder’s implanted defibrillator activated, the same device he has carried since his 2021 cardiac arrest. The club currently sits 16th in the Bundesliga with 29 points, 7W‑8D‑19L and most recently lost 2‑1 to SC Paderborn on May 25, 2026.

What exactly happened?

Eriksen fell unconscious in the 58th minute when his heart rhythm failed. Emergency crews revived him thanks to the implanted device. Doctors diagnosed heart problems, the same issue that caused his 2021 incident. After brief stabilization he was taken to hospital for further monitoring.

How does this affect the squad?

Wolfsburg’s sporting director Pirmin Schwegler and coach Dieter Hecking had already planned to let Eriksen go at season’s end. His contract still has one year left, but midfield spots are already filled by Maximilian Arnold, Vinicius Souza, Elvis Rexhbecaj and Bence Dardai. Ajax Amsterdam showed interest, yet Wolfsburg demanded a modest fee. The medical drama may now reshape those talks.

What options does the club have?

The team must decide quickly whether to offer Eriksen a new role or release him. At the same time, negotiations with Fabian Reese (Hertha BSC) and Davie Selke (Basaksehir) have stalled because the wage budget was cut by roughly 25 %. If Eriksen departs, a low‑cost transfer could ease finances and free up space for fresh leaders.

What does this mean for the season?

Having scored only 45 goals while conceding 69, Wolfsburg is deep in a relegation battle, 60 points behind leaders Bayern München. The recent form trend (LLDDW) shows just one win in the last five games. Eriksen’s possible exit could further dent morale, but also create opportunities for younger talents who need minutes.

The coming days will reveal whether the Danish international continues his career in Wolfsburg or turns a new page elsewhere. Fans await an official statement from Schwegler and Hecking.