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Casemiro confirms he will leave Manchester United

Michael Carrick set for interim return to Manchester United until season's end
  • Casemiro will depart Manchester United in the summer after the club opted not to renew his contract.
  • The Brazilian midfielder, a £63m signing in 2022, will leave on a free transfer, allowing the club to reinvest his substantial wages.
  • Casemiro, who turns 34 next month, won the Carabao Cup with United in his first season, scoring in the 2023 final.
  • Despite some challenging periods and four red cards, he has been integral this season, starting 19 of 22 league games.
  • Manchester United are now set to target new midfielders, with players like Carlos Baleba, Elliot Anderson, and Adam Wharton identified as potential replacements.
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