Casemiro's Manchester United Departure Sparks Inter Miami Interest
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro could be set for a sensational move to Inter Miami this summer, according to a new report. The 33-year-old Brazilian's contract at Old Trafford expires at the end of the current season, confirming his departure after a four-year stint with the Premier League giants.
Midfield Overhaul and Future Plans
United have been actively planning a significant midfield restructuring for some time, with ambitions to bring in up to four new faces during the upcoming transfer window. Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson and Brighton's Carlos Baleba are understood to be among their primary targets as they reshape their squad.
Casemiro is not part of these long-term plans, leaving the experienced player to seek a new club. Inter Miami has emerged as a serious contender for his signature, alongside interest from Sao Paulo in Brazil and Porto in Portugal.
Scouting Mission and Historic Connections
The Sun reports that Casemiro recently visited Miami with his wife to explore the area ahead of a potential transfer. Such a move would see him become the 28th player in football history to have played alongside both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo during his career.
While Messi is concluding his illustrious career at David Beckham's Inter Miami franchise, Casemiro previously featured alongside Ronaldo 122 times across spells at both Real Madrid and Manchester United.
Emotional Farewell and Current Focus
In a statement confirming his impending departure, Casemiro expressed deep affection for Manchester United. 'I will carry Manchester United with me throughout my entire life,' he declared. '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 for this special club.'
The midfielder emphasized that his immediate focus remains on United's remaining fixtures. 'It is not time to say goodbye; there are many more memories to create during the next four months. 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.'
Career Context and Additional Interest
Casemiro joined Manchester United from Real Madrid in a £70 million transfer back in 2022 and currently stands as the club's highest earner on £375,000 per week. After facing criticism during his second season, he has regained form under successive managers Ruben Amorim, Darren Fletcher, and Michael Carrick.
Beyond Inter Miami, clubs from Saudi Arabia have also registered interest in securing his services this summer. Meanwhile, Sao Paulo – where Casemiro began his youth career – is reportedly prepared to offer him a two-year playing contract followed by a non-playing role upon retirement.
