Midfield star Casemiro has been heavily linked with Manchester United in recent days. Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti was told the Brazilian wanted to leave on Friday morning.
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– There are negotiations, nothing official, but his desire to leave is clear. “If there is an agreement, we have the resources to replace it,” Ancelotti told a news conference on Friday.
Credible media such as The Athletic and The Telegraph have reported that Casemiro’s transfer is imminent, and Manchester United will pay around 70 million euros for the 30-year-old.
At Friday’s press conference before Monday’s game against Liverpool, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag was asked about the rumours.
– I won’t answer. I can’t say anything, ten Hags answered the question.
Ancelotti says Casemiro will not feature in Saturday’s La Liga clash against Celta Vigo.
– Listening to his will and desires, there is no turning back. You should consider this. I don’t know what will happen in the next few hours, if he stays or not. “If he doesn’t stay, I’m grateful for what he has done,” said Ancelotti.
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Casemiro has been part of the legendary midfield at Real Madrid alongside Luka Modric and Toni Kroos. They have won the Champions League five times together – most recently when they beat Liverpool in last season’s final.
– Yesterday I realized that it could happen, but Real Madrid’s plans have not changed: We will fight and compete in all tournaments. I’m sure we’ll do well with and without Casemiro. “Everyone is aware of the importance of this player and the love we have for him,” said Ancelotti.
If the move to Manchester United is successful, Casemiro will be reunited with former Real Madrid players Raphael Varane and Cristiano Ronaldo. If Ronaldo was a United player in the transfer window, ten Hags would have to answer as well.
– I repeat – Cristiano is in our plans. “That’s all I can say,” replied the Manchester United manager.
Manchester United will face Liverpool on Monday. United had a slow start to the season with two league defeats.
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