Casemiro

Manchester United's key focus before the summer transfer window closes is signing Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro and a deal between the two clubs is ...

[has reappeared on their radar](https://theathletic.com/3335199/2022/06/01/manchester-united-transfers-ten-hag/) but, at the moment, the 22-year-old is regarded as a long shot. [Casemiro has given positive indications of his desire to join United](https://theathletic.com/3525768/2022/08/22/casemiro-manchester-united-transfer/), who are willing to make the 30-year-old one of their top earners. [Manchester United](https://theathletic.com/football/team/manchester-united/) is now highly unlikely to materialise, [The Athletic reported on Tuesday](https://theathletic.com/3512766/2022/08/16/adrien-rabiot-manchester-united-casemiro/). He is said to see a huge professional challenge in adding the [Christian Pulisic](https://theathletic.com/football/player/christian-pulisic-K1gjqIXqbIBgFVgK/) is another being pursued, [as revealed by The Athletic on Wednesday](https://theathletic.com/3515717/2022/08/17/pulisic-manchester-united-transfer/). A United delegation travelled to Madrid earlier this week for talks.

Manchester United in talks with Real Madrid over signing midfielder Casemiro in a deal worth over £60m; Man Utd are receiving enough encouragement to give ...

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. The 30-year-old is greatly appreciated by Real boss Carlo Ancelotti. They are being respectful of PSV's involvement in the Champions League qualifiers and are likely to pursue the 23-year-old in the final week of the window. [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. Man Utd also remain in the market for a forward player, with PSV Eindhoven's Cody Gakpo a player of interest. Recruiting a forward is likely to be addressed in the final week while the club focus on signing a midfielder. Real Madrid are open to the sale of Casemiro to Manchester United in a potential deal worth in excess of £60m. Whether Casemiro is actually minded to exit the Bernabeu for Europa League football at Old Trafford is the unknown, even with the prospect of doubling his salary. However, Casemiro is reportedly not viewed as indispensable given the wealth of options the Champions League holders have in the centre of the pitch. Manchester United in talks with Real Madrid over signing midfielder Casemiro in a deal worth over £60m; Man Utd are receiving enough encouragement to give them belief a deal is possible; United were prepared to pay £67.6m for Ajax forward Antony

Casemiro is weighing up an offer to join Manchester United or to continue his career at Real Madrid, sources have told ESPN.

The former Monaco midfielder started ahead of Casemiro in Madrid's opening LaLiga game of the season against [Almeria](/soccer/team/_/id/6832/almeria) on Sunday. During Madrid's league title celebrations in April, ESPN reported that Casemiro was considering ending his time at Madrid, having received interest from several clubs. [Liverpool](/soccer/team?id=364), and by then, United will know if Casemiro will be on board or if, as appears the case with [Barcelona](/soccer/team/_/id/83)'s [Frenkie de Jong](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/219022/frenkie-de-jong), they will have to find another candidate. [Newcastle United](/soccer/team/_/id/361)'s Brazil international [Bruno Guimaraes](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/218522/bruno-guimaraes) as a potential replacement for Casemiro, however [sources have told ESPN Brasil](https://www.espn.com.br/futebol/mercado-da-bola/artigo/_/id/10790371/real-madrid-mira-bruno-guimaraes-substituto-casemiro-dura-missao-para-fechar-negocio) that Newcastle have no intention of selling the midfielder. [reported earlier this week](/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4723808/man-united-cool-adrien-rabiot-interest-over-wage-demandsexplore-move-for-real-madrids-casemiro-sources) that United had cooled their interest in [Adrien Rabiot](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/176203/Adrien-Rabiot) over the [Paris Saint-Germain](/soccer/team/_/id/160) midfielder's wage demands and had turned their focus to Casemiro. [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/casemiro) is weighing up whether to accept an offer to join [Manchester United](/soccer/team?id=360) or to continue his career at [Real Madrid](/soccer/team?id=86), sources have told ESPN.

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.

Manchester United have now reportedly agreed personal terms with Real Madrid midfielder and Brazilian international, Casemiro of a new report is to be ...

Casemiro is regarded as one of the best holding midfielders in the world and United’s plan to lure him to Old Trafford would be to offer him a much improved contract. The Brazilian midfielder is said to be open to a move and wants a new challenge having won so much at Real Madrid in the past few years. Manchester United have now reportedly agreed personal terms with Real Madrid midfielder and Brazilian international, Casemiro of a new report is to be believed, the player would receive a large wage increase.

Casemiro has agreed to join Manchester United on a four-year deal and could undergo a medical on Friday.

[Casemiro gives ‘positive indications’ to Manchester United as talks progresswith Real Madrid](https://metro.co.uk/2022/08/18/casemiro-gives-major-hope-to-manchester-united-during-transfer-talks-17205838/?ico=more_text_links) [Marca](https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/08/18/62fea70ae2704e3e308b45e5.html) reporting the former Sao Paulo youngster will travel to Manchester to undergo a medical on Friday with Real’s permission. [Ajax reject Manchester United’s €80m offer for Antony with Cody Gakpo now more likely option for Erik ten Hag](https://metro.co.uk/2022/08/18/ajax-respond-to-huge-new-offer-from-manchester-united-for-antony-17209111/?ico=more_text_links) [The Athletic](https://theathletic.com/3520414/2022/08/18/manchester-united-casemiro-transfer-news/) now reporting he has agreed a four-year deal with United with an option of a fifth. [Manchester United](https://metro.co.uk/tag/manchester-united-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK1) are edging closer to a deal to sign [Real Madrid](https://metro.co.uk/tag/real-madrid/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK2) star Casemiro with the midfielder set to undergo a medical on Friday. [Privacy Policy](https://metro.co.uk/privacypolicy/)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed on Friday morning that Carlos Casemiro wants to join Manchester United. He said that he had spoken to Casemiro ...

However, Manchester United have run out of time to register Casemiro ahead of their clash with Liverpool, so the Brazilian will not be available on Monday night even if he signs this weekend as the deadline for players to be registered passed at midday on Friday. As Sportsmail reported on Thursday, Casemiro is set to undergo his medical in Manchester over the weekend, ahead of signing a four-year contract at Old Trafford with the option of a further year. Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Casemiro wants to leave Real Madrid and join Manchester United Ancelotti said he had spoken to Casemiro and that he wanted a new challenge. - Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Casemiro wants to join Manchester United Carlo Ancelotti confirms Casemiro IS heading to Man United in £60m deal and won't play farewell game at Celta Vigo tomorrow - revealing the Real Madrid midfielder told him he wanted a 'new challenge' at 30

Manchester United is closing in on the signing of Brazil and Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro, Real manager Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Friday.

United is currently bottom of the Premier League having endured a torrid start to the new season with back-to-back defeats in its opening two matches. The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical. "Casemiro has played over 500 professional games, including 63 at international level for his native Brazil.

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.

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. [you can follow Big Website on Big Social FaceSpace](https://ablink.editorial.theguardian.com/ss/c/5_0RsgQQADkQXfcakeyW_GPcjsZEeV7eQIVSUD9prtGaaEPgUvO1GC3wbXuY4CZm3VHauE6k6BCQf-oJaFOBxzbaKuKsB_Cv6wuXcPVlc2W63-_oCkl5dUSFajW_RZFDNewhIyj2fisHe_pZCDwjofNe9lLbawVG7IP6mWBc5cV5jDKXjIkr9VmxX3Dr9pqWd6PMU7uyuiyVxhffJxYDhEo2q2AHnENe4xsp76E0hhZ12mkAwuUNohq1dzPjhNvZY4lK5P5w-h5iUFGWl1jaXHCpyruA8liSYvvset8Pd9A_zOrwFfXb7CkphAn9uZHzWksA-lhyCxxQ0LCc6m-5Iaffys_QNWX3gzyJalB41BPAjzMB7QPvONR3hIyZFl9OiS4qhEkPLd6PwOi56GlN8zQCURDJki0BTLlJ3xqLLjKUrJjAPNkmBVukrQycgwl-NWvv01LQBrvIa5VqiOme2q9RFEEffmUdjrb44PaMEfVLuOe6rGHnXABjQBrTxhqqE8FxoBJ_DTVnZMUQ30xtcWYKVgVYy0l655dt9Mk75djLE9URANQ3m2hWbxBehC5tT9LEX5cHxTX6PUhX3HqaLokGrsenxfJ8RqLZwQy3YjVKJrLeG4kHEd0IVfeCC_39JUvCtKOkE8lTZyDqRHyfvlIxmh36I1P4wEryZsMIq7S2aICa73VQU7rXVGNedAC6liKXZXjja85ZK-k5j4L5tmlG7AZn2NzFO9aL6aZUjaC_Tj4w5kZnwo29y4WCy_YZQUE9dbqrZ9B1BIRIs6M7M-uugxszShdS56nNhUpytvqx_3Ygd0HSduSoOgrgdOXOdJZqU2TU-te-9suV3F4-ocP-AvLR1sSx_6ZSvn_szCqoUzAi2KJWnENVwWSNjQiizSFP_ojw6lk1uQsMRFqhA1RMSua2HVs7r7E--oh1PzU8fXY8DR0VbcdylWujiimJCLyFoNzzsjYu0d0ivFyHs__rLvR7YMXHPov6jdVMUiXWinOaUbELm7IqqrL3TaikRNrf5ooUKdNm9wklpJin8h6uQb3OwCfPAxHK5rg6pXUP-x5_M96cJ7lWRk65-Q2U2fAaQSps71uTkTI2En0sd9A_jhwaVuskQm1XWUCjRA2r_Z_EkGlr6jSnxGwiHbdg3pkGJRz2Eui_CEMJ94eDDpI9DxJYN0Pf5ZWYlUZFgx6pymtVSym4GksFBR3gk3aYf10nVGDncS0-EDKhg7L20zOfhywW-KVmaqkAxOBcB-Jv5tzspWwIO78iYL2J3ZBgBjNGmG0ELvscdixhfmBHnCSGBMTL9ZpOTkESOHdXjux4NIymHsAkLMTmnRb8xlECjDke0LgMc05_k7shEdHaRRnX8jBkYMqCyhP01TXCBhuLzqLVYo_OVU4CRVk_jkoJ9itBJfmolrDV_S3cS3Ch7k7oBrKLTcCCkCAkjfPlQAoKOQADjQCsLo8fkKCc-YlkOXgj1FUWxa0m_WYeQKH0jD_STCYmPpNa7-d4-qG7xQXl_CLcS29CWfC3DzU3DK8ZYUkMmYNEhRjeqkiIa26sVhfnD0ytwAv6qlof8ggF10-ewCP09MYudZEvXSKeZvhqv0VyXgmCXMHxE-kmyBZpjcS7JPfp5448bkIFo4BXmWbdMuZ05smW7iYL60wUcsUU0d-p2ZmnaLX5Q2u9d2OE_h3eHpupOJB58JNxs46YUqp7tIrxQcZU49fgeo5pmXAX47u_CnmZUqviUMAh4ssUP7ufP_o71VbxaYYMMKQ2_8E-q6ml1ah2Oapza0w3qYee-WaqoWRUuPMHMqK8CVyDZPTwCgmcbyi4Y7mbaTQXgzargzyohOgrUF9c-9VXgMrGsffKbtFDy-j8Yl70ShHQwupP8BNM66yV6LUY0rJGWbbFTs4NzYDAhVZIlpwB3DCK5RUD6XUVjKbT2PuEbPh_5xWHa9w_bLwBGwQKwDcx4eNL5xCexmXN_C1PWm7R1aMthP2Y9UrwWsHJ19_K8QTO-BP5JTCEX0ZkFjnHu5XIeW5t4UGfDTHxH4jnuIWhMKtfuWqznxGDSGhG-5ANwZIVU-tw7v1u21NQ3O7__IgxX0dnRxXzcm9SPnRDdFshRaYQDMc2cQLpSAyf_CYL7I2ucXcDdd9To7aZEFlYNutCz9i4IFR42I6y7cvGHCYVb0C6fMPDTjiXeQgrWT8_js6rZ0wLDbs_dgCJZIWaFzNNTm_7lJSTwhuRwfnQPF6U4uX2u6HKZwhlxas_B96nI0iLtKOa5hSlHrcgn8mONjThyPpTaD5S1PvJmkXzjN8LuVfzJRU8t1NmRBQ7FfiUuKlGYz0wK3ji6BTtJ8FCqKD5AN0b_6yUagYKCK3gZ_Ukqq6yDWvHDRgErKbriNUOr5l-rT4ZrjUw0lcd0iuHcxbnf6Q1O3cm78DS1UT13_SOsrN1KtxyNyPRZeNlQDjKJJhwBCBr_xm8OH9pz-_4a9NZF4z3fe3XEhklAyZZgIyW9Yg-CPHnF8pDcfgJAqu0sCjIB1nnI-WRk3VieDFggmgaW1i4rBIztBdU8t1Tuy9dWl31Jh5NgJEqx7twtW_6t-N156oBbffzBKtWcMA4MMQIUnG2P1tk6zHvsjsoJhzj2PqIUL3y7RkSmDuTohjYA1TJAqitVmNDWJ9bg9LldJLguMj-Z6r78HuCu1WHmtdwTOS-GpBGdc1WgZ6P8Y2PTV5xLZEKnvQpCpkGZiavlkwr1n25pgREOKjSuonCx2sChUfVvhurAw70nan_Yx6RYLYuREG0uYJ1PLDifwExFfyZpaU9O9Ej_tHMVGfGZmKnfMM1gOR9yLs32HbPT8EVRduYAE50xJjQ5LZhYG4NvrfaqXckb8ClYm0YXF2Z4WBye79HmzPdc29lsTNw6srTbByNgb5gNFUMKUU6c-8ZUvxvNkJLIfWVma_JWXnXCGx-wVFON4B1WzMtWLeRutay3K8l1i7S3MIR39gtUkamwGwbI9_sE626vsc1DYzwiMLLck2g0nn-b8NBJvJmVk6MsvN_ZrIbgf8LltcNk9VADYfny6VA6xL0JHfiR0RLKKU7SQDebk2-m6rBEJcjtQl_MU7dQc0K-DABi3DGMTmLnu7wWq46D76MEhn59wSLEufDDf5EtsTJF0MRB31beYLUseA21gFOCsIGcz5AK-_U1p_sU-DiRdsBfGaDNHIFa093PLX4Dvwti2Ul7FurG2sKffYfetiJ6iRWeiBwrpsMamAOpeqJkfj8QF2isdgv-6pahchmvVHBLLYMUz3kB8qfpT_7kNL0kewhYFQKyz-pBtluh6_laBCbTpK5yPQqa-ct6p7AidFBKu6AuZX6tjciGUYsAME2tHpYtRLyFumqGz7yze8QR25XlGJieAdGnFcSDt7azOaxDT5YDuPrm7-bJpjdsBW6tYom0ANSJvGRozzVH3f8nNbFogvt-sCOz2UoDokwS_CAvLoeUXbL4Rz5qmsxI2qBVz3mB7Pq9RmeJ87Axp8/3cv/VELVw1StTXiW5bkgRSmxjg/h27/y1fiPWDgximAEQIeBRHXe4h6bSWYsSdsKEk4PBG-B7A). And you can always tweet The Fiver via [@guardian_sport](https://ablink.editorial.theguardian.com/ls/click?upn=5OUXPaTM0ijCszdMDtTT-2FQFTLKctakrmOSsofIB3zV176qw4sBYJ4ROtOYaEsgUAwrqUxQe-2FzWsJf6M8BozbFa0qMk6OIvcr36MSjLh8qspcIGVLuyBnOdBkyBAGOOhCWCzxTJXUAPoFzDasfI7pXN-2F0XGPxt84bCQo7FcUWMghHU7ZJUgCZOPKJ2Algc2a8d2krBmgCAu3QoG-2Fx53Y7EQ-2BR4996ShQcY3zl4ewv8Tg0-2BNY64NZUAJHtN341MGKX7j5Z1ejSwKC-2BFNzOLO7gp0cHU40cvMqg-2BfNBujjcQmbsdsXYz-2F8LXRnr-2BSZ-2BMRdWeuhc-2F5XfoeScBdVVZPlYBk-2BB4jQOKzWCdM1VjVf0TU6L9O41XqF1BUJ1n0f6MmDHA-2B6-2Fb0Fwozm4XEQmmDSQR8vNN2DYKJ7BEXi0Xx5WCmDSRZSpBWoaiu6wjKcFTf0CTISYsVNgen47KniYU8fH-2Bl3Tw3hPF7Weox-2BEU2cvK0NhxkP81u6YRGrWgH6qjcSvC9lBLooh5gTzPUeeZcS2jU5Vsl9EA4JkGQbOkJ5KoUlvbK49AUd9Lby98-2BXVnZSJLqAuEhymW9PRV1yiQaKGptRN9M2LrWYHi2lyzZRlWse8yuGLRSaQ94uQ9rJtINREOOeEOQL1MEHEz5clZSP9w0ajM2ZYMTLl2N4LL5jEr7ynBvO8z-2B2cYWp7q-2BMIdkYb4WpLgbBPkkbwyeLctQW9CS804TV8B-2BA9IGfgeCFE3pWISj7FxyYph14PWxg6z-2BwW3sZQvMQYtnMQmVvmTlgavzFVk-2Ba23TKZAssUDTrmuXvC9tnvrCjMLFKymlO5fgkGS-2Bjd2xYUiLMvAg1BV4ISIkCHJeormo96aMzw7CrenLQ5w2-2FsQGL9w0uDDVkgCas6CGwNwDT0XKA9Yi8wtwUfyDWQ9i9y3ItasnKv3-2FNBgfhfvCls7IScpfXNLGuf7eLxXCe77MOxUIfI7djg-2Fw9mEVNkKjJcIB6cvq3-2FDWP-2B38eT-2BaLcsxS89qDuBJF4i3ei0p2LhENDP1iOrWkPbP7GYuWHl5YBF51cO8dj5NArriaKE-2BT7ArylYCNgvUPe6OAKhgarSGVjgI6iufcuVz1gF-2F5KLoPWc4AtyD-2FXwgathT-2FGmpHoogrIhPpUqGtbM-2FUGmWnP5X1MIBgC0NQThHDbUDPnVNnihOyPaVQVQ-2FHoNlN-2F6Gsll4ABqNsZGzdAPXlu6-2BoS8-2FaynsmqFBUu7tFqhTXerFzHs0-2FoNeAWfn99x1CD-2BCIl-2Fsi1Jg9WhvwecWsL8A4USywq3YRC8tY1kVSJ8j0T-2FcuCvEf3DPV-2B-2Bw7h3pYJ9jm0j9iRMuQZ0hvw5FzvpIa6UxUGF3R53pwYmDZ7HJViA5a2W-2FqqxJk9o3x9YH1ImkpA-2BR-2BmyxqMLDHKqlj2WdFuCRk58SW-2FqrYABuzWfJj463KZ-2B6s4GlnhMZ5RLMrjWQhUfYN2E3WbvNlaopaS3QedI3H-2FUnO4JxMNR-2FyjYSw3WshOxoYB9juc7Vvs0Q6vIc4HIegqBjQg3S-2B5v32G-2B-2BsjUmy-2FuYr63CXFP6nijPXWNNKxojHtfNZljorgk-2F-2FwRgPe8eP4sjTK4StK9P6FRjGmnh-2F-2F-2BuYWq0pIN-2B0wDWKeMlDf62kgp3SzrQ0uRcwhDmlNPNvfs-2FdL-2BKsk-2FhzGCQnsJ2xWfnVIo0Mj-2FQF-2Bb7v5TmOROFep8EnbbEkgmKbxJxLbQxROIDYbSpcIgQpmI7bj-2BHQfW-2Fdn4t6AMC3mCmAFpQcTdVNXQir3v-2BnU-2F9c4zHxUToPtksy49F6Jmgvk-2BWCb8GpnAwGD64W3ExB9fUEwmx8MEBDuhCDQYflVhpC2-2BT-2F3dUf-2BQYWs-2BNcmfpQLrmcG5AGFv5lwjsVYkkyuay4BYXCu-2FPYIRf98VHXdmo7LEVbcXkJDd5x2tiXSI72I9x9wIbmjxIqiryWZm-2FdZ0OfZB9OESJcMg-2FJ3-2BJNStqt0dYAU-2FLY9eGreTM-2BAaS5xN4-2BqE3-2B8FSet1QbA4FLsowUZQEOvEls6uACpYXvP-2FqUt2Z7gnttuUtmHuKE-2BRlxIR86OxnMSyfgT4pD-2BUF-2BhUY0RNG-2BeZLDS0ghY8lDHsSfr-2BkIhfqy6YF8i1INSvjxxhN7-_CuGwnUDNLqC-2FZuThtORVj-2B9fqW7Z1GKmvkT50KuoKHDhmjDAuAPLw7c2-2FgDdSSKmDXrjhGtgHUrc5PpEgoK3rM44za-2BDXzcj1VyhFV3RAI1D96Q74mFnqfn-2F118mkltvRORz-2F-2FTZXcNR5u-2BwnnIGc9uDKX3XEExYfqOU2v4yokukFx1rkbcWYTYOt2WWJQNl956gq8s793aOut35BfISiqruxVXFdaS8DEvMxh6pvwdAprFQgmAwJvZ8ylYvaAL3ZGz5RAXOSZq4b3-2FvpB7rN4sXu0E077ZMGOl7-2B8pwWTMySSWRsZ6vf4kgUlQvg-2FnoyxrAOK3X-2FGgiQFZogETdprwsMzQxPyKVMG8U3-2FsNiV4WKH5NhkTIzzil5DBXitWkU7fqAN5XMm8I606LDVfC8ulARXbsSvFnd-2FGV7sv7j6yADA18sevwaTGoKqb01aE1QdrXmBYdevZ-2B-2BTMAAPXircfmWhmR-2B8QJeYJU1FE-2FzUTGhQFFZdFYGeMDF0FuwHcSvxnAPgyoaFBAfFkjJbVXxi-2Fpw8CLCI0zoG0J8FXa15nAdrgS-2Bm2GVhvvYqn1CZp-2FvU8z8nNT80ZGccFx8s9d8vch9GV1wEY-2BMOhvkMOhXRcrYYVMK9LlM6QdlamL4i-2FGWA7tDvI2ZHTVkXjAqPukX3uyPvMUZTbIvJdBMpP9tynHErl8Ywnpzgf7WawA4oH3). 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].

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.

Whether or not the 30-year-old defensive midfielder, who has won five Champions League titles, ends up being a superstar or superflop, the only certain thing is ...

0.8 Those sort of figures suggest Tchouameni was never bought in just to make up the numbers. Maybe that is no surprise; the wear and tear on players in that most taxing defensive midfield role is considerable. But you don't survive and then ultimately triumph in a bear pit like Real Madrid without being made of the strongest of stuff. Casemiro might not be enough to help them to climb up the table. Casemiro will improve the side but it seems unlikely he will make a huge difference to United on his own. If he decides to play Casemiro in a 4-2-3-1 alongside Fred or Scott McTominay, Ten Hag will have a physical side but one that lacks control. For Ten Hag, it will be a case of finding the right balance to make sure the new arrival fits in as best as possible. Ancelotti has asked him to go forward more often, occasionally taking on an offensive midfield role, and he scored seven times last season - equalling his career best for a campaign. That could be a problem with United when faced with teams that pressure high if he is expected to drive with the ball. While the unglamorous Casemiro added some of that balance, he was also prone to mistakes. It's said that Hollywood director Cecil B DeMille could find nobodies and turn them into stars.

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.

Manchester United have completed the signing of Casemiro from Real Madrid, ending their months-long search for a midfielder.

[around €85 million for Frenkie de Jong](/football/soccer-transfers/story/4691580/man-united-barcelona-agree-de-jong-deal-for-initial-65m-transfer-fee-sources), sources told ESPN in July, but a move for the [Netherlands](/football/team?id=449) international has stalled over his preference to remain at Camp Nou. [Manchester United](/football/team?id=360) have [announced](https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/man-utd-confirm-agreement-with-real-madrid-for-transfer-of-casemiro?utm_campaign=ManUtd&utm_medium=post&utm_source=twitter) an agreement with [Real Madrid](/football/team/_/id/86) to sign midfielder [Casemiro](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro). I understand this, also the club does," Ancelotti said. Sources added that while Casemiro will be one of United's top earners, he has not doubled his salary by moving to Old Trafford. He becomes United's fourth summer signing, following [Tyrell Malacia](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/259863/Tyrell-Malacia), [Christian Eriksen](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/144130/Christian-Eriksen) and [Lisandro Martinez](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/233937/Lisandro-Martínez). "Real Madrid want to experience its thanks and affection for Casemiro, a player who is now part of the legend of this club," the statement read. The club previously agreed a fee with Barca of "We've spoken this morning. An exemplary player who has given everything for Real Madrid. [Stream ESPN FC Daily on ESPN+ (U.S. The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, U.K.

It wasn't simple. Convincing the Brazilian to leave his Real Madrid home for the struggling Premier League side required a massive transfer sum as well as a ...

Beltran's contract was set to expire in the summer of 2023, leaving him exposed to a big-money offer. His 73.21 percent tackle success rate was third-best of any La Liga midfielder with at least 20 games played, and at a higher volume than anyone in the top 20. Beltran produced the seventh-most ball recoveries of all La Liga midfielders, and distributed passes at a 91% success rate. Unfortunately for Manchester United, football isn't played in a vacuum and neither is the business of football transfers. Last season in the Spanish top flight, Beltran produced a campaign for the ages at the midfield position. Throw in a few more capable midfielders as well, and this squad is in desperate need of a complete rebuilding. Consequently, he currently sits as one of the only players at Old Trafford who can say he's lived up to the hype. Casemiro is a European great, there's no doubt, but he'll be 31 in February, meaning his window of top-level contribution is closing. Last season, he was beaten once a game on the dribble, won just 51% of his ground duels, and suffered from similar ailments as mentioned earlier about Fred. This transfer can be described as little more than a panicked reaction to desperation brought on by recent results, rather than any kind of long-term vision to rebuild the club back to the heights of Sir Alex Ferguson. His 40.48 percent tackle success rate was the seventh-lowest of any midfielder in the Premier League with at least 20 appearances, and came at a significantly higher volume than anyone above him on the list. Convincing the Brazilian to leave his Real Madrid home for the struggling Premier League side required a massive transfer sum as well as a huge salary offer.

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.

Manchester United have completed the signing of Casemiro from Real Madrid, ending their months-long search for a midfielder.

[around €85 million for Frenkie de Jong](/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4691580/man-united-barcelona-agree-de-jong-deal-for-initial-65m-transfer-fee-sources), sources told ESPN in July, but a move for the [Netherlands](/soccer/team?id=449) international has stalled over his preference to remain at Camp Nou. [Manchester United](/soccer/team?id=360) have [announced](https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/man-utd-confirm-agreement-with-real-madrid-for-transfer-of-casemiro?utm_campaign=ManUtd&utm_medium=post&utm_source=twitter) an agreement with [Real Madrid](/soccer/team/_/id/86) to sign midfielder [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro). I understand this, also the club does," Ancelotti said. Sources added that while Casemiro will be one of United's top earners, he has not doubled his salary by moving to Old Trafford. He becomes United's fourth summer signing, following [Tyrell Malacia](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/259863/Tyrell-Malacia), [Christian Eriksen](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/144130/Christian-Eriksen) and [Lisandro Martinez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/233937/Lisandro-Martínez). "Real Madrid want to experience its thanks and affection for Casemiro, a player who is now part of the legend of this club," the statement read. The club previously agreed a fee with Barca of "We've spoken this morning. An exemplary player who has given everything for Real Madrid. [Stream ESPN FC Daily on ESPN+ (U.S. The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, U.K.

Casemiro will reunite with former Real Madrid players Cristiano Ronaldo and Raphael Varane as head coach Erik Ten Hag attempts to halt their Premier League ...

He is important and has been key to Madrid's success." A resultant pitch invasion last May by United supporters calling for the removal of former chairman Ed Woodward and the Glazers became the first postponement of a Premier League game due to supporter protest in the competition's history. United is currently bottom of the Premier League after losing both of its opening games to unfavoured opposition, going down 2-1 to Brighton on the first match day before

Manchester United reach an agreement with Real Madrid to sign Brazil midfielder Casemiro in a deal worth up to £70m.

United sources say they have admired the player for some considerable time and that he was high on their list of targets. Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino was first and Busquets runner-up in the latter category. "I hope to return someday to where it will always be my home. The fee is an initial £60m plus £10m in add-ons and Casemiro will sign a four-year deal with the option of one more. Casemiro is set to become one of the United's top earners once he completes his move, and will be United's fourth signing after midfielder Christian Eriksen, full-back Tyrell Malacia from Feyenoord and defender Lisandro Martinez. Manchester United have reached an agreement with Real Madrid to sign Brazil midfielder Casemiro in a deal

MADRID (AP) — Brazil midfielder Casemiro wants to leave Real Madrid, coach Carlo Ancelotti said Friday, amid reported interest from Manchester United.

“Then we’ve got Kroos, who can play in that position too, just like he did in my second year here, and there’s Camavinga as well.” The 30-year-old Casemiro has been with Madrid since 2013 and is regarded as one of the world’s best holding midfielders. Ancelotti said Madrid has replacements for Casemiro, though, including young France midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni, who was signed in the offseason. There are talks right now, he’s still a Real Madrid player at this stage, but he wants to leave.” “He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity,” Ancelotti said in a news conference. Madrid thanked Casemiro and called him a club legend.

Casemiro transfer 'subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical,': Red Devils - Anadolu Agency.

[Anadolu Agency website contains only a portion of the news stories offered to subscribers in the AA News Broadcasting System (HAS), and in summarized form. The Madrid club added that there will be a farewell ceremony Monday for Casemiro that Real Madrid President Florentino Perez will attend. "c is delighted to announce that the club has reached an agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Casemiro," the team said in a statement.