Christian Eriksen starts on the bench in Saturday's Premier League game between West ham and Tottenham.

If Christian Eriksen had hoped that the arrival of José Mourinho, would lead to more playing time at Tottenham, he must in the first place, think again.

In Saturday's Premier League match against West ham - Mourinhos first, in the forefront of Tottenham - is Eriksen placed on the bench.

instead, the former Porto, Chelsea, Inter, Real Madrid, and Manchester United coach selected Eric Dier, Harry Winks, Parts Alli, Lucas Moura, Harry Kane and Son Heung-min to represent the team's midfield and offensive.

Christian Eriksen was several times placed Bahigo on the bench for Tottenham prior to the landsholdspausen, where he got full playing time in both showdowns.

eriksen's contract with Tottenham expires this summer.

the Portuguese Mourinho was on Wednesday announced as the successor to Mauricio Pochettino, who the day before was sacked by the London club after a period of unsatisfactory performance.

Tottenham are after 12 rounds on the 14.-place in the English league.

the West ham and Tottenham meet at the London Stadium at 13.30 local time.

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