I like to think we’d all prefer he had a move that suited him, or was able to regain form. However, because it’s ended in this sour way with being outcast from the team (like Ade did, like Vinny), perhaps we’re trying to justify it? That way, if we dislike him, we don’t feel guilty.
If he suddenly was playing at his 2016 level, I’m sure we’d have him back; Jose would have him back; Levy would pay him comparably.
But he’s not. And hasn’t for a while. For whatever reason. So, it’s easier to hate on him, as many do with Eriksen, as loads did with Bale (until a few weeks ago). It’s like betrayal. But it’s not. It’s just stuff, and people, and life. Shit happens. He’s got older, and there are two players better suited to Jose’s plans. That’s it, really.