Casemiro Confirms Manchester United Departure as LA Galaxy Emerge Among Suitors
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has formally announced he will bring the curtain down on his Old Trafford career at the conclusion of the current season. The Brazilian veteran, 33, has brought forward this declaration to provide clarity for all parties, with the club now anticipating he is close to finalising a pre-contract agreement with his next destination.
Global Interest from MLS, Saudi Arabia, and Brazil
Significant interest in the experienced midfielder has materialised from several quarters, with Major League Soccer's LA Galaxy prominently among the clubs exploring a move. Interest has also been registered from the lucrative Saudi Pro League and from clubs in his native Brazil. This comes ahead of the summer's World Cup, where Casemiro is expected to feature for Brazil.
The MLS market is particularly active, with several franchises, including the Galaxy, scouring Europe for available talent—especially on free transfers—who can elevate the league's profile, aid grassroots development, and boost commercial revenue. Casemiro's impending availability as a free agent, following the expiry of his £375,000-a-week contract, makes him a prime target for such a role.
Strategic Decision and United's Midfield Overhaul
Daily Mail Sport understands that Casemiro personally requested the club clarify his future to supporters, despite United holding an option to trigger a further year on his deal. By announcing ahead of this weekend's trip to Arsenal, both the player's representatives and the club can begin planning for the future with greater certainty, removing ambiguity and persistent speculation.
United sources indicate the decision not to renew his contract was taken well in advance, forming a key part of a major planned midfield overhaul this summer. The club is preparing for as many as four new faces to arrive, with Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson and Brighton's Carlos Baleba understood to be among their top targets.
Casemiro's pending departure arrives amid broader uncertainty in United's engine room. Questions linger over the long-term futures of Bruno Fernandes, Manuel Ugarte, and Toby Collyer, while the exit of Christian Eriksen as a free agent last summer left a gap that was not filled.
Casemiro's Legacy and Final Push
In a heartfelt statement, Casemiro expressed his enduring connection to the club: 'I will carry Manchester United with me throughout my entire life. 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.'
He emphasised his commitment for the remainder of the campaign: '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.'
Having joined from Real Madrid in a £70 million deal in 2022, Casemiro has made 146 appearances for United. Written off during a difficult second season, he has rebounded to play a key role under successive managers, making 21 appearances so far this term. His final objective is to help secure a top-four finish and end his United tenure on a high note.
The coming months will determine whether his next chapter unfolds in Los Angeles with the Galaxy, in the Middle East, or back in South America, but his focus remains firmly on his final contributions in a red shirt.
