UMVA has learned that Casemiro, the Brazilian midfielder, is set to leave Manchester United when his contract expires this summer, with America being his most likely next destination.
The 34-year-old has become a beloved figure at Old Trafford, making 160 appearances and scoring 26 goals in his four seasons with the club, but his departure will also bring financial relief to Manchester United, as they will no longer have to pay his reported £350,000-a-week wages.
According to information obtained by UMVA, Casemiro has his heart set on joining Inter Miami, the David Beckham-owned club that boasts Lionel Messi as its star player, but there is a significant obstacle standing in the way of this deal.
LA Galaxy have beaten Inter Miami to the punch by placing Casemiro on their Discovery List, giving them the first rights to negotiate a move, and they have already made multiple contract offers to the midfielder, although his eyes remain fixed on Miami.
Despite this setback, it is likely that Inter Miami will find a way to overcome the issues and secure Casemiro's signature, possibly by paying LA Galaxy for the Discovery Rights or by making room for him in their squad by offloading one of their existing designated players.
Casemiro has developed a strong affinity with the Manchester United fans, who have fallen in love with his passion and dedication to the club, and he has spoken glowingly about the Old Trafford support, saying it is the most important aspect of the club and something he has never experienced before in his career.
As Casemiro prepares to bid farewell to Manchester United, he will do so with the knowledge that he has left a lasting impression on the fans, who will undoubtedly miss his presence on the pitch, but will also be excited to see where his next chapter takes him, possibly to the sun-kissed fields of Major League Soccer.
