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.

Casemiro is weighing up whether to accept 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](/football/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](/football/team?id=364), and by then, United will know if Casemiro will be on board or if, as appears the case with [Barcelona](/football/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](/football/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](/football/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.au/football/player/_/id/176203/Adrien-Rabiot) over the [Paris Saint-Germain](/football/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](/football/team?id=360) or to continue his career at [Real Madrid](/football/team?id=86), sources have told ESPN.

Erik ten Hag turned his attention to the five-time Champions League winner after growing frustrated by the failure to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong.

The move for Casemiro is expected to spark a flurry of activity from Manchester United in the final days of the transfer window. The Brazilian, though, doesn't want to mull over the decision for too long as a final decision is expected soon. The move for Casemiro was originally described as a "long shot" from Manchester United insiders - but such has been the rapid progress this week that there is now strong belief he will head to Old Trafford.

Manchester United are close to signing five-times Champions League winner Casemiro from Real Madrid.

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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 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.

Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro has his Manchester United medical planned ahead of a proposed transfer to the Premier League.

It’s poor and we need higher standards than that and it’s clear. [Liverpool](https://www.sportbible.com/utddistrict/how-to-watch-manchester-united-vs-liverpool-premier-league-20220817) on Monday evening and reports are [suggesting](https://twitter.com/alex_crook/status/1560386073636782080) that United want to complete the deal for Casemiro ahead of the Merseyside team's trip to Old Trafford. 🗣️ "It's rubbish. It's poor. I can bring up several things but that looks like excuses. "It’s rubbish.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

Manchester United has had a long pursuit of Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong this off-season, which has not borne fruit.

– Sky Sports reports that United has also had a £67.6m (€80m) bid for Ajax forward Antony rejected. – AS claims that Madrid is considering a move for Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes as a replacement for Casemiro amid United's interest in him. [WATCH MUTV 24/7 on beIN SPORTS CONNECT

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.

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.

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.

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 may come 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. "Casemiro wants to try a new challenge, and I and the club understand that. Just yesterday I realised that Casemiro is leaving, but our plans don't change - we'll compete for everything with or without Casemiro. MORE: After all, he's done for this club, we need to respect his decision." We want to wish him the very best. [After consecutive losses to start the season](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/soccer/news/manchester-united-premier-league-numbers-form/kfbnwl2dnayf9xsjqncwkyfx), the Red Devils need to shake things up and Casemiro's potential arrival would give Ten Hag's side a leader in the locker room and an upgrade in midfield. [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) [After a summer of failed signings](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/soccer/news/man-united-transfer-news-latest-signings-loan-deals/ocsp2odnscrkmmoookwnxosz), Manchester United finally look set to land a new star.

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].

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.

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](/football/soccer-transfers/story/4724648/real-madrids-casemiro-set-to-make-decision-on-man-united-move-sources) that the [Brazil](/football/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.

Manchester United have reached an agreement with LaLiga champions Real Madrid to sign defensive midfielder Casemiro. United said that the transfer was subject to the agreement of personal terms, British visa requirements and a medical. Advertisement.

He is important and has been key to Madrid's success," Ancelotti said. The 30-year-old is set to sign a four-to-five year deal at United with wages of around 16 million euros ($A23 million) per year. United said that the transfer was subject to the agreement of personal terms, British visa requirements and a medical.

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.com.au/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.com.au/football/player/_/id/259863/Tyrell-Malacia), [Christian Eriksen](https://www.espn.com.au/football/player/_/id/144130/Christian-Eriksen) and [Lisandro Martinez](https://www.espn.com.au/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.

He'll join the likes of Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez among the club's summer signings. How much have Man Utd paid for Casemiro? Man ...

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."

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