One of the biggest questions Manchester United were going to ponder over the next few months was whether to extend Casemiro’s contract or not. But now, the Brazilian midfielder has made his decision.
With his current contract set to expire in June, Casemiro has taken matters into his own hands to confirm that he will be leaving the club at the end of the contract.
Casemiro joined Man United for £60M back in 2022 from Real Madrid, and has since gone on to make himself a key figure and as such, will be remembered fondly by the fans at Old Trafford.
After he struggled in the 2024/25 season with the pace of the Premier League, Casemiro came back fighting. This season, he has been pivotal for United and quite frankly, became an influential player in midfield.
However, with a £300,000-a-week contract at United, his chances of an extension were slim and now he has explained his decision to seek a new chapter elsewhere.
Casemiro says he decided to leave while at the top of his game
The Brazilian posted a reel on his Instagram page with the message of his exit from United, explaining he wanted to leave while the fans will remember him and respect him forever.
“Knowing when stages come to an end,” he wrote in the caption. “Knowing when to say goodbye when you feel that you will be remembered and respected forever.”
“Four months to give my all for this badge and for our goal.”
“Eternal respect and affection for Manchester United and its wonderful fans. Forever Red Devil.”
Bruno Fernandes responds to Casemiro’s message
In the comments section, United players flooded in to wish Casemiro well, and chief amongst them was Bruno Fernandes.
“Was a pleasure playing alongside you♥️,” the United captain wrote.
Casemiro will undoubtedly be missed at United, and fans will long be remembering his name for his good moments over the past four years in Manchester.
