In Madrid, Casemiro was part of the one of the most successful sides in history
Brazilian has forced his way back into Amorim's plans with top performances
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By TUM BALOGUN
Published: 13:48 EDT, 21 May 2025 | Updated: 13:48 EDT, 21 May 2025
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro believes the 2024-25 campaign has been 'one of the most successful seasons of my career'.
The extraordinary claim comes in spite of the Red Devils' miserable domestic showing, which saw them slump to 16th in the Premier League after defeat by Chelsea last weekend.
United could still clinch the Europa League with victory over Tottenham in Wednesday's final but it would be hard to argue that a piece of silverware would constitute a successful campaign. Indeed, Casemiro himself has won a ton of honours, including five Champions Leagues, three Spanish title and the Copa America, among other prizes.
Yet, having been initially frozen out by Ruben Amorim after his arrival in November before forcing his way back into the starting XI, the 33-year-old ranks this season among his very best in the game.
'It's been a long time since I've been through a moment like this, where the coach doesn't count on you, but you keep working, keep doing things well,' he told ESPN Brasil.
'Of course, you want to win titles, but one of the most successful seasons of my career, without a doubt, was this one.
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro believes the 2024-25 campaign has been 'one of the most successful seasons of my career'
The veteran has won over United boss Ruben Amorim with his fine displays in the Europa League
Casemiro was part of the one of the most successful club sides in history at Real Madrid
'For turning things around, with hard work and dedication.'
Twelve months ago, Casemiro was urged to 'call it day' by Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher after his woeful performance in United's 4-0 defeat by Crystal Palace.
'I always remember something when I retired myself,' the ex-Liverpool defender said. 'There was a saying I always remember as a footballer, "leave the football before the football leaves you".
'The football has left him at this top level he needs to call it a day at this level of football and move.'
The Brazilian showed little improvement at the start of the season and was substituted at half-time of United's 3-0 defeat by Liverpool at Old Trafford after being at fault for the Reds' first two strikes.
Amorim appeared to be unimpressed with the Casemiro that greeted him in Manchester and started the veteran just four times in his first 13 matches in the United dugout.
But the former Real Madrid star has gradually worked his way back into the Portuguese's plans and proved particularly effective in United's dramatic Europa League campaign.
The Brazilian scored in both rounds of the semi-final win over Athletic Bilbao and registered three assists in the stunning quarter-final second leg comeback win over Lyon.