Manchester United midfielder Casemiro to leave at end of season
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Casemiro arrived at Old Trafford in 2022 from Real Madrid, becoming the anchor of United's midfield.
PHOTO: REUTERS
- Casemiro will leave Manchester United at the end of the season when his contract expires; the club won't extend his deal as part of squad changes.
- Joining from Real Madrid in 2022 for about £60m, he scored 21 goals in 146 games and helped United win the 2023 League Cup and 2024 FA Cup.
- Casemiro expressed gratitude, stating, "I have decided that this will be my last four months at Old Trafford," and pledged his continued focus on the club's success.
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MANCHESTER, England - Manchester United midfielder Casemiro will leave the Premier League side at the end of the season upon the expiry of his contract, the club said on Jan 22.
The 33-year-old does have a one-year extension option, but the club has chosen not to activate it according to a team source.
United's decision not to extend or renew his contract was made far in advance of the Jan 22 announcement as part of long-term squad overhaul plans.
Casemiro had requested the club confirm his summer departure at this time.
“I will carry Manchester United with me throughout my entire life,” Casemiro said. “From the first day that I walked out at this beautiful stadium, I felt the passion of Old Trafford and the love that I now share with our supporters of this special club.”
The Brazilian arrived at Old Trafford in August 2022 from Real Madrid for a fee of around £60 million, and the five-time Champions League winner became the anchor of the team’s midfield, scoring 21 goals in 146 games.
Casemiro played a key role in helping United win the 2023 League Cup, scoring a header in their 2-0 win over Newcastle United in the final. He was also a part of United’s FA Cup-winning team in 2024.
“It’s not time to say goodbye; there are many more memories to create during the next four months,” he said. “We still have a lot to fight for together; my complete focus will, as always, remain on giving my everything to help our club to succeed.”
United are fifth in the league standings, 15 points behind leaders Arsenal who they play at the Emirates Stadium on Jan 25.
United are riding high from their 2-0 derby win over Manchester City on Jan 17 in a thrilling debut for caretaker manager Michael Carrick after the sacking of Ruben Amorim.
Casemiro posted an emotional statement on social media on Jan 22, with a video montage of his time with the club.
“I have decided that this will be my last four months at Old Trafford,” he said.
“Eternally grateful. Forever Red Devil.” REUTERS
