Casemiro

CASEMIRO has reportedly emerged as a priority target for Manchester United in the middle of the park.

However, it seems as though Casemiro has emerged as the chosen one and it remains to be seen whether a full agreement can be reached in the not-too-distant future. United are said to have stepped up their pursuit of Casemiro after missing out on the signing of Adrien Rabiot, who was recently in talks with the club but is not expected to join Erik ten Hag's squad as a result of his exorbitant wage demands. Ancelotti's admiration for the player could potentially spell trouble with regards to United's hopes of snapping him up over the next few days, though. United were previously left frustrated in their efforts to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona before pulling out of a move for Rabiot earlier this month over the Frenchman's lucrative salary expectations. He carries the ball well but he doesn’t have Casemiro’s tactical ability, I’ve never had a pivot like him." But other players can play as a pivot.

Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro will reportedly have his medical for Manchester United on Friday. Numerous reports have suggested that both the player and ...

Manchester United are working to complete Casemiro deal on Friday with both Real Madrid and player’s camp. [El Chiringuito’s Marcos Benito](https://twitter.com/marcosbenito9) reported a few hours ago that the Red Devils are the Brazilian’s preferred destination and he expects to travel to England next week. Positive feelings – it’s John Murtough on it. “Manchester United are working to complete Casemiro deal on Friday with both Real Madrid and player’s camp. [Luke Shaw](https://thepeoplesperson.com/tag/luke-shaw/) to go on a diet? [Numerous reports](https://thepeoplesperson.com/2022/08/18/manchester-united-approach-real-madrid-for-casemiro-251293/) have suggested that both the player and his current club are open to the move, with some even indicating that the player has already said yes to the 20-time English champions.

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of the Brazil midfielder Casemiro, with Real Madrid expected to accept an offer of €60m (£50.7m) plus ...

United could also try and revive a move for the Ajax winger Antony, although the Dutch side are currently unwilling to sell. Talk of a medical for Casemiro on Friday appears premature, which means he would not be registered in time for Monday night’s Premier League clash with arch-rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford. The fee could rise to €70m (£59.2m) if certain clauses are met.

Casemiro has been a key part of Real Madrid for years, and formed one of the greatest midfield trios of all-time alongside Luka Modric and Toni Kroos, ...

On top of that, the club have been linked with a move for Jude Bellingham next summer. But it looks like Real Madrid already have their eyes on the future. Real Madrid appear to have made a surprising decision surrounding the Brazilian as well.

PETE JENSON and SIMON JONES: The 30-year-old Brazil international was informed by Madrid president Florentino Perez that he could choose whether he wished ...

Casemiro was on the bench last week with Tchouameni starting. Manchester United have agreed a £60million deal for Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro Manchester United have agreed a £60million deal for Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro after a breakthrough in talks.

Multiple reports claim that Casemiro to Manchester United is only a matter of time with a medical already set and personal terms agreed upon.

[Erik ten Hag's side next face Liverpool on Monday, August 22](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/soccer/news/man-united-vs-liverpool-time-tv-channel-stream-odds/xv28ghqyntiswsvvb2qgqllp) and while that fixture comes too soon, Casemiro could certainly be an option five days later when United travel to face Southampton. "I think Casemiro has been a key player for us, he was important to Kroos and Modric - the combination was key to success. MORE: Just yesterday I realised that Casemiro is leaving, but our plans don't change - we'll compete for everything with or without Casemiro. We want to wish him the very best. After all, he's done for this club, we need to respect his decision." "Casemiro wants to try a new challenge, and I and the club understand that. [Why Christian Pulisic to Man United would be a good deal across the board](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/why-christian-pulisic-loan-manchester-united-make-sense/bmbq3a8qnmlikn44oqqgpbgz) [Why the Glazers are blamed for Man United's downward spiral](https://www.sportingnews.com/uk/soccer/news/why-glazers-blamed-manchester-united-decline-explain-reasons/gp9ygs5vwhjiq3ltwqkurch4) [Latest Manchester United summer transfer reports and rumors](https://www.sportingnews.com/uk/soccer/news/man-united-transfer-news-latest-signings-loan-deals/ocsp2odnscrkmmoookwnxosz) There is no turning back, Casemiro has decided to try a new challenge. [After a summer of failed signings](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/soccer/news/man-united-transfer-news-latest-signings-loan-deals/ocsp2odnscrkmmoookwnxosz), Manchester United have finally landed a new star.

Manchester United set to pay Real Madrid an initial £50.7m for Casemiro with £8.5m in add-ons; midfielder has agreed to sign a four-year contract with the ...

He still has a year left on his contract and United have the option of extending it by another 12 months. You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Caicedo only made his Premier League debut for Brighton at Arsenal in April. "He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity. [Marc Cucurella](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11661/12666026/marc-cucurella-chelsea-confirm-transfer-agreement-for-brighton-defender-worth-in-excess-of-60m) to Chelsea in a £60m deal and midfielder [Yves Bissouma](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12691/12635707/yves-bissouma-brighton-midfielder-signs-for-tottenham-on-four-year-deal) to Tottenham for £35m. United also want to recruit a forward this summer but they have had a £67.6m bid for winger Antony rejected by Ajax, who want to keep the 22-year-old. United's focus for now however, is on the Casemiro deal and potentially a move for another midfielder. United are set to pay the Spanish giants an initial £50.7m for Casemiro with £8.5m in add-ons, while the Brazilian has a four-year contract with the option of a further 12 months at Old Trafford on the table. But the move is unlikely to be completed in time for the 30-year-old to be available for Monday night's home game against Liverpool, live on Sky Sports, as he requires a visa. I and the club understand it. Manchester United set to pay Real Madrid an initial £50.7m for Casemiro with £8.5m in add-ons; midfielder has agreed to sign a four-year contract with the option of a further 12 months; Ajax have rejected Man Utd's £67.6m bid for forward Antony Manchester United are close to agreeing a £59.2m deal for Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro but have had a £67.6m bid rejected for Ajax winger Antony.

The €60 million fee and four-year contract suggest that Erik ten Hag can build a system around the defensive midfielder.

Ten Hag spoke about how he had assurances from the Glazer family that he'd be backed in the summer but they could be finding out how much polish United needs to restore the former shine to the badge making it an attractive destination. If ten Hag isn't planning to accommodate Casemiro, similar issues playing out of the back will happen when he's targeted, which is why this feels like a desperation signing. They've spent all summer pinning their hopes on adding Frenkie de Jong and with that seeming unlikely, things are being thrown at the wall to see what sticks. Brentford targeted the trio of David De Gea, Lisandro Martinez, and Eriksen with their press leading to the second goal for the Bees after De Gea also made a mistake on the opener. Casemiro's role can be a little confusing at Real Madrid as at times he's deeper than the adventurous David Alaba but his importance to the defense is clear. Casemiro's struggles and age are what make this a bit of a head-scratcher for Manchester United. But for all of his defensive strength, Casemiro isn't perfect, which is why Manchester United's offer may be too good to refuse for Los Blancos. While Carlo Ancelotti leaves the team to their own devices for free-flowing attacks, the presence of Casemiro provides stability amid the chaos. But the style that Real Madrid plays couldn't be more different than how ten Hag would like United to play as Raphael Varane has also found out after making the swap from Santiago Bernabeu to Old Trafford. The Red Devils sit at the bottom of the table as it's clear that ten Hag needs reinforcements on the side. For a team that needed help in the middle of the park, it doesn't get much better than Casemiro but how will Erik ten Hag deploy him? Casemiro will sign a four-year contract with an option for a fifth year pending the completion of a medical and his visa being approved.

The Red Devils have reportedly made a huge offer to both the player and his club to avail the services of the 30-year-old.

[Top News](https://indianexpress.com/section/india/) [Latest News](/latest-news/) [Gujarati faafda, Axar bhai aapda: ‘Playing in the US and Harare is like playing in Ahmedabad’](https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/axar-patel-gujarati-faafda-axar-bhai-aapda-playing-in-the-us-and-harare-is-like-playing-in-ahmedabad-8106445/) [Who was Sonali Phogat? De Jong saw huge success under Ten Hag at Ajax and was a pivotal part of the 18/19 team that narrowly missed out on the Champions League final. Xavi on Frenkie de Jong: “I consider Frenkie important for me, he’s in the squad and that’s it. Casemiro was long considered one of the most dependable defensive midfielders in Europe, slotting into the position alongside Luka Modric and Toni Kroos to make up a dominant midfield. Manchester United will send official bid for Casemiro tonight in order to close the deal on Friday. Multiple reports on Thursday suggest that Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Brazilian midfielder Casemiro from Real Madrid.

Manchester United could sign both Casemiro and Yannick Carrasco in the coming days, Barcelona struggle to sign Bernardo Silva, and Goncalo Ramos is in ...

The south coast side needed a replacement for Armando Broja, who returned to Chelsea after his loan deal expired, and Ramos could be available for £25m. Paper Round’s view: After failing to sell De Jong, Barcelona have managed to unsettle one of their most valuable assets going into the new season. Paper Round’s view: Casemiro would be a giant upgrade on every single midfielder that Manchester United have had since Paul Scholes retired, but as the Mail reports, United need to go further than that.

Fabrizio Romano has provided updates on Manchester United's Casemiro deal, which could turn out to be the transfer sensation of the summer. It was reported late last night that Real had given the Brazilian permission to fly to Manchester for a medical, ...

Casemiro to debut on Monday? Casemiro has unrivalled big-game experience in that position. Jim Ratcliffe to buy United? Ten Hag to drop Maguire? The Athletic’s Laurie Whitwell noted that “#MUFC finally getting a holding midfielder. €60m fee, €10m add-ons – so Real Madrid are expected to accept in the next hours.

Erik ten Hag has been wanting to sign a midfielder all summer as the Red Devils struggle for balance.

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MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly closing in on a deal to bring Casemiro to Old Trafford over the coming days.

Real Madrid have already spent around £72m on the capture of Aurelien Tchouameni this summer and could reportedly decide to go in strong once again for Guimaraes if Casemiro ends up finalising his move to United in the not-too-distant future. It seems as though Real Madrid could decide to raid Newcastle for Guimaraes if Casemiro does leave after identifying the Magpies playmaker as an alternative target in the middle of the park, according to United are said to be closing in on a deal to land Casemiro, who is thought to have informed Los Blancos of his desire to join Erik ten Hag's squad over the coming days.

Man United are progressing with a transfer to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid after the Champions League winners bought Aurelien Tchouameni.

United have previously bought Raphael Varane and Angel di Maria from Madrid. The Casemiro deal signals a drastic shift from United as manager Erik ten Hag's preference was to sign Frenkie de Jong and disregard a defensive midfielder. Sources say United have tried to accelerate the deal in an attempt to sign Casemiro in time for him to be available for the visit of Liverpool on Monday night but that is remote as he would also have to obtain a work permit.

MANCHESTER: Manchester United are close to signing Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro for a fee that could rise to 70 million euros (£59 million, ...

However, Casemiro's place in Carlo Ancelotti's preferred starting line-up has come under threat by the signing of Aurelien Tchouameni this summer for a fee that could rise to 100 million euros.--AFP MANCHESTER: Manchester United are close to signing Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro for a fee that could rise to 70 million euros (£59 million, US$71 million) according to multiple media reports on Friday. Even if talks progress smoothly over the weekend, Casemiro is unlikely to be registered in time for that match.

United supporters hit back on twitter, noting several Premier League stars who have continued performing well into their 30s, and questioned why other ...

This age of 30s is completely different, the training/ nutrition/ medical, I'm quite sure the Schweinsteiger thing won't happen again. Question is, does United possesses the facilities & expertise in house?' Another wrote: 'Schweinsteiger made 28 appearances in the season before we signed him. Mad how the smallest thing becomes a massive deal when it's United.' Seems we have learned nothing from Schweinsteiger…' Perspective for that nonsense age remark against him many are pushing.'

Manchester United are set to finally land a key part of their plans with Casemiro on the cusp of joining from Real Madrid.

Manchester United set to pay Real Madrid an initial £50.7m for Casemiro with £8.5m in add-ons; midfielder has agreed to sign a four-year contract with the ...

He still has a year left on his contract and United have the option of extending it by another 12 months. You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Caicedo only made his Premier League debut for Brighton at Arsenal in April. "He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity. [Marc Cucurella](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11661/12666026/marc-cucurella-chelsea-confirm-transfer-agreement-for-brighton-defender-worth-in-excess-of-60m) to Chelsea in a £60m deal and midfielder [Yves Bissouma](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12691/12635707/yves-bissouma-brighton-midfielder-signs-for-tottenham-on-four-year-deal) to Tottenham for £35m. United also want to recruit a forward this summer but they have had a £67.6m bid for winger Antony rejected by Ajax, who want to keep the 22-year-old. United's focus for now however, is on the Casemiro deal and potentially a move for another midfielder. United are set to pay the Spanish giants an initial £50.7m for Casemiro with £8.5m in add-ons, while the Brazilian has a four-year contract with the option of a further 12 months at Old Trafford on the table. But the move is unlikely to be completed in time for the 30-year-old to be available for Monday night's home game against Liverpool, live on Sky Sports, as he requires a visa. I and the club understand it. Manchester United set to pay Real Madrid an initial £50.7m for Casemiro with £8.5m in add-ons; midfielder has agreed to sign a four-year contract with the option of a further 12 months; Ajax have rejected Man Utd's £67.6m bid for forward Antony Manchester United are close to agreeing a £59.2m deal for Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro but have had a £67.6m bid rejected for Ajax winger Antony.

Casemiro wants to leave Real Madrid in order to sign for Premier League side Manchester United, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday.

"If Casemiro goes, we have six midfielders," Ancelotti added. "We have replacements within the squad," he said. Casemiro -- with what he's done at this club, and with the person he is -- we have to respect this desire he has. We can't replace Casemiro with a player with the same characteristics, but we have others with different characteristics ... "He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity. [ESPN reported on Thursday](/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4724648/real-madrids-casemiro-set-to-make-decision-on-man-united-move-sources) that the [Brazil](/soccer/team?id=205) international midfielder -- who has won five Champions Leagues and three LaLiga titles in nine years at Madrid -- was considering an offer from United, with a decision imminent.

Casemiro is set to join Manchester United, leaving a big gap in Real Madrid's midfield, but Carlo Ancelotti is not concerned.

MADRID: Casemiro wants to leave Real Madrid in order to sign for Premier League side Manchester United, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday.

He is important and has been key to Madrid's success," Ancelotti said. Kroos can also play there, like he did in my second year here." Casemiro, for what he has done and the person he is, we must respect that desire.

MANCHESTER UNITED are pushing to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid, with optimism over a blockbuster transfer deal rising behind the scenes at Old Trafford.

He was prepared to sign a big new contract, providing the details were right from his perspective. Knowing United wouldn’t pay him the same as Cristiano Ronaldo, he was deeply unhappy with the situation. Casemiro is heading to Old Trafford this summer, with the [Real Madrid](/latest/real-madrid-fc) star poised to pen a four-year contract in a huge £60million deal. Pogba turned down Real Madrid in order to join United, believing he had unfinished business at the club. United onto mission Frenkie de Jong, Pogba to Juventus. Up until May, the France international still hadn’t decided his future. He toiled under Mourinho, with the pair falling out. This, ultimately, upset the 2018 World Cup winner. It seemed the perfect deal, on paper at least. Casemiro and Pogba would have been a perfect double act in the middle of the park. And Ten Hag was asked what he wanted to do with the midfielder. While he did have a new contract on the table, he felt the terms needed tinkering to reflect his huge status in the side.

Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Casemiro intends to join Manchester United from Real Madrid after speaking with the Brazilian international.

To do so a fee of £80m or more may be required for the Brazilian to be added to another area of the squad Ten Hag wishes to strengthen. In their own official statement, Real Madrid confirmed that the two clubs “have agreed terms for the transfer of Casemiro. “The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical.” Ten Hag also wants to sign Antony, the Ajax forward. As far as a replacement is concerned we have signed [Aurélien] Tchouaméni and he’s one of the best on the market. Ten Hag has only Fred and Scott McTominay as regular, frontline players in the department.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Brazilian midfielder Casemiro has asked to leave the club, and is now expected to join Manchester ...

United are also in talks to sign Atletico Madrid forward Yannick Carrasco to strengthen their attacking options. We are not sad, the love for him is big. I listened to his desire. We are respectful. I respect him." Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Brazilian midfielder Casemiro has asked to leave the club, and is now expected to join Manchester United.

Casemiro wants to leave Real Madrid in order to sign for Premier League side Manchester United, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday.

He is important and has been key to Madrid's success," Ancelotti said. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com

Manchester United are poised to pull off the shock signing of Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro.

"I think Casemiro has been a key player for us, he was important to Kroos and Modric - the combination was key to success. "Casemiro wants to try a new challenge, and I and the club understand that. We want to wish him the very best. Just yesterday I realised that Casemiro is leaving, but our plans don't change - we'll compete for everything with or without Casemiro. After all, he's done for this club, we need to respect his decision." [following a disastrous start to the 2022-23 season](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/soccer/news/manchester-united-premier-league-numbers-form/kfbnwl2dnayf9xsjqncwkyfx) which sees them bottom of the Premier League for the first time in 30 years.

Brazil international Casemiro due in UK within next 48 hours to have medical and finalise move to Old Trafford on four-year deal.

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. We wish him all the best in his next challenge." "He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity.

CASEMIRO: INSTANT HERO? Got to be honest, the weekend Premier League fixtures aren't the most fascinating. Leicester versus Southampton offers the vague promise ...

[A quiz](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/aug/19/football-quiz-bad-starts-season-manchester-united-premier-league) on rubbish starts to a season that doesn’t feature Jim Fallon. 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My first professional match was scheduled in the ‘local’ town of Griffith, NSW, a mere 360km and more than four hours’ bus trip away. After 10 minutes there was a foot of water on the pitch/pond. Alas, a lack of floodlights – and a kick-off time that didn’t factor in extra-time – forced an abandonment on 105 minutes with the score 5-5. I gave my ticket to the barman who was also a Blue for the rearranged fixture, as I couldn’t make it. Unfortunately it didn’t last that long – the game was postponed after a minor shower just over an hour beforehand. [the 5-0 reverse](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/oct/24/manchester-united-liverpool-premier-league-match-report) inflicted upon them at Old Trafford by Liverpool last season, the low/high point being the bizarro LS Lowry tableau of thousands of punters streaming out of the ground with barely an hour gone. [yesterday’s Fiver letters](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/aug/18/the-fiver-wolves-jorge-mendes-highway)), my first ever Merseyside derby at Anfield was called off a few hours before kick-off. Imagine if the situation had been reversed and a UK club’s players had been banned from playing in an important European away match due to the home country’s government’s rules …” – John Simpson. I watched the first half and then drove home and listened to TalkSport and Gabby [Agbonlahor].

Casemiro is a very different player to Frenkie de Jong, Erik ten Hag's primary target, but he will undoubtedly boost Manchester United.

Manchester United are closing in on the big-money signing of Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro, the PA news agency...

More irons are in the fire as United look to kickstart their ailing campaign at a time of intense pressure on the Glazer family. The fee for Casemiro could rise to 70m euros (A102 million) if clauses are met, with a four-year deal plus the option of a further season on the table. Manchester United are closing in on the big-money signing of Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro, the PA news agency understands.

Brazil international Casemiro due in UK within next 48 hours to have medical and finalise move to Old Trafford on four-year deal.

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. We wish him all the best in his next challenge." "He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity.

Casemiro has played over 500 professional games, including 63 at international level for his native Brazil. He has won 17 major honours in his illustrious ...

We all look forward to welcoming Casemiro to Old Trafford.

Brazil international Casemiro due in UK within next 48 hours to have medical and finalise £59.5m move to Old Trafford on an initial four-year deal with ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. "He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity. United will pay £70m (£60m plus £10m in add-ons) for the 30-year-old.

Manchester United have spent €60m to bring in world-class midfielder Casemiro from Real Madrid, but what can they expect from him?

[Barcelona](/soccer/team?id=83)'s [Sergio Busquets](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/121893/Sergio-Busquets), had more ball recoveries than Casemiro (230) in LaLiga last season, and that's playing for a Madrid team which tends to dominate possession. He might be 30, but he's still vastly experienced and one of the best in the world in his position; United couldn't really say no when the opportunity came up. He breaks up play, reads the game well and he's comfortable sitting in front of the back four -- which is something United have missed even before Ten Hag arrived. The Brazilian's role in that trio was well-defined as most defensive-minded of the three, protecting Madrid's defence, winning the ball back and providing a platform on which more attack-minded colleagues could flourish -- although he has shown a growing desire to get forward over the years, too. He has been compared in style to legendary Real Madrid defensive midfielder Claude Makelele, though Casemiro's positional sense and determination mark him out as one of the best around. Casemiro usually sits deep as the central pivot in front of the centre-backs in a 4-3-3 system.

MADRID (Reuters) -Manchester United have reached an agreement with LaLiga champions Real Madrid for the transfer of defensive midfielder Casemiro, ...

He is important and has been key to Madrid's success," Ancelotti said. Reuters understands that the 30-year-old is to sign a four- to five-year deal at United with wages of around 16 million euros ($16.1 million) per year. United said that the transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, British visa requirements and a medical.

A late, pricey pivot to lure the veteran Real Madrid midfielder to Old Trafford as part of a reactive transfer mad dash is quite emblematic of United's ...

Perhaps this is the beginning of a new Manchester United, where it wins some games, stops the rot and starts to clear the ground for the ten Hag project. Casemiro and Fred have started 10 games together for Brazil since the start of last year, so perhaps there’s a knock-on effect that translates to the club level and helps his much-maligned countryman. Why was it not used before, when new signings could have properly integrated in preseason instead of during a bottom-of-the-table crisis two games into the new season? And when that deal stalled, United turned to Casemiro, a midfielder of a totally different profile. And yet with the signing of Casemiro, United now has more than a quarter of the Real Madrid lineups that won consecutive Champions League titles in 2017 and ’18, and that side categorically did not play hard-pressing, Ajax-style football. [Casemiro](https://www.si.com/soccer/2022/08/19/casemiro-transfer-carlo-ancelotti-real-madrid-manchester-united) is a very good footballer.

How much have Man Utd paid for Casemiro? Man Utd have shelled out £60 million (€70m/$70m) on Casemiro, making him their sixth most expensive signing ever.

The latter is thought to be valued by his club in excess of £90m ($106m), perhaps putting off interest from United. Currently Ten Hag's squad appears to be lacking a player who is a natural in this position, so the Brazilian will almost certainly have an impact. United have looked at Carrasco's Atletico Madrid teammate Matheus Cunha as well, but it is believed a nine-figure sum may be needed to lure the Brazilian to Old Trafford. Casemiro won five Champions Leagues in a nine-year spell with Los Blancos and Erik ten Hag will be hoping the Brazilian can bring some much-needed experience to the United midfield. They listed his honours while at the Spanish giants, which included five Champions Leagues and three La Liga titles. "Real Madrid is and will always be his home, and we wish him and his whole family the best of luck in this new stage of his life."

Casemiro shirt number: The Man Utd number the Brazilian midfielder could get ...

But 15, last worn for United by Andreas Pereira, could be a strong option for Casemiro, with obvious connections to his favoured Brazil digit. Five is another a shirt number associated with Casemiro, having worn it for Brazil since 2015. It now belongs to centre-back Lisandro Martinez, but Casemiro occupied it for Porto during his year at the Estadio Dragao.

Manchester United have bolstered their midfield ranks after agreeing a deal in principle to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid.

Manchester United have announced that the club has reached an agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Brazilian midfielder Casemiro.

"The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical. "Manchester United is delighted to announce that the club has reached agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Casemiro," The Brazil international will move to Old Trafford subject to agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical and will join after a hugely successful decade-long spell in Madrid.

Casemiro will face the media in Madrid on Monday in a farewell press conference before heading for a new challenge at Manchester United.

LONDON: Manchester United said on Friday they have agreed to sign Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro in a deal worth up to a reported £60 million ($70 mi...

“I’ve discussed it with him this morning. In a statement, the Spanish giants called him “one of the most transcendental players in one of the most significant and successful periods in our history.” “Manchester United is delighted to announce that the club has reached agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Casemiro,“ a statement from United said.

Casemiro won five Champions Leagues in a nine year spell with Los Blancos and Erik ten Hag will be hoping the Brazilian can bring some much needed experience to ...

The latter is thought to be valued by his club in excess of £90m ($106m), perhaps putting off interest from United. Currently Ten Hag's squad appears to be lacking a player who is a natural in this position, so the Brazilian will almost certainly have an impact. United have looked at Carrasco's Atletico Madrid teammate Matheus Cunha as well, but it is believed a nine-figure sum may be needed to lure the Brazilian to Old Trafford. Casemiro won five Champions Leagues in a nine-year spell with Los Blancos and Erik ten Hag will be hoping the Brazilian can bring some much-needed experience to the United midfield. They listed his honours while at the Spanish giants, which included five Champions Leagues and three La Liga titles. "Real Madrid is and will always be his home, and we wish him and his whole family the best of luck in this new stage of his life."

LONDON – Manchester United have agreed to sign Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro in a deal worth up to a reported £60 million ($70 million).

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Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro is closing in on a move to Manchester United, but Louis Saha feels his former club's issues run much deeper.