Casemiro leaves Manchester United with his head held high. From massive criticism and ridiculed by Premier League legends as way over the top. In the past year, it is not only Casemiro’s wife who hails her husband as a legend, the veteran has helped lift the entire United team to third place in the Premier League. So when Casemiro makes a recommendation on who should replace him in midfield after the end of the season, you listen. Now it is reported that Man United management is following Casemiro’s advice.
According to Spanish AS, Casemiro has sent signals about United’s perfect midfield engine who should replace him, Bruno Guimarães. Casemiro’s compatriot at Newcastle has played his way to the status of one of the most influential players, the combination of technical quality and relentless work has made him the very heart of Eddie Howe’s midfield.
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The Brazilian has also become a leader both on and off the pitch. His ability to dictate pace, regain possession and contribute offensively has been crucial to Newcastle’s rise from relegation contenders to candidates for European tickets. Newcastle management are keen to extend his contract beyond its current terms. The proposed deal is not only meant to reward his performance, but also to deter suitors ahead of what could be a hectic transfer window.
Because Guimarães is expected to be one of the most sought-after players in the upcoming transfer window. According to Caughtoffisde’s sources “close to the agent business”, the Manchester United management also considers the Brazilian midfielder an ideal replacement for Casemiro.
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Several giant clubs are on the Guimarães, but according to the sources, the most serious interest comes from Man United, who are said to be prepared to fork out £80m for the Brazilian, as part of a larger transfer budget of over £230m.
Casemiro has been heard.
