Manchester United have spent months preparing for life after Casemiro. At different points this season, that transition felt inevitable.
The midfielder lost prominence, his wages became a topic internally, and interest arrived from several markets.
Then came the twist. Casemiro rediscovered form, delivered goals, and reasserted his leadership in key matches. That briefly reopened the conversation at Old Trafford. A renewal, once unlikely, returned to the table.
Even so, the broader picture never fully changed. Casemiro is 34, on one of the highest salaries in the squad, and approaching the final stretch of his contract. United have been working towards a more sustainable wage structure, and midfield evolution remains part of their planning.
At the same time, Casemiro made his own position clear. He wants to continue abroad and remain at a high competitive level. Brazil was ruled out. Europe stayed in play. Saudi Arabia and MLS both pushed to convince him.
Now, Brazilian sources claim the outcome appears settled.
Inter Miami move agreed as Manchester United exit takes shape
As told by RTI Esporte, Casemiro has reached an agreement to join Inter Miami, with the move expected to take place after the season ends. The deal will run until December 2028, with an option for an additional year, and positions him as one of the faces of the MLS project.
The groundwork was laid during his recent visit to the United States with Brazil. While on international duty, Casemiro held meetings with Inter Miami executives. Those discussions focused on his role as a central figure in both sporting and commercial terms.
The financial package proved decisive. Casemiro currently earns around £36m per year at Manchester United. Inter Miami are set to offer a figure that almost doubles that amount, alongside bonuses and image rights participation.
Free transfer exit reflects wider United shift
Casemiro will leave Manchester United as a free agent. He has opted not to trigger an extension clause in his current deal, allowing him to depart without a transfer fee.
That decision suits Inter Miami, who can redirect funds towards wages and incentives. For Manchester United, it confirms a clean break. The club lose an experienced player but also remove one of the highest salaries from the wage bill.
The move aligns with the club’s broader restructuring. United have been looking to refresh their midfield options and reduce long-term financial commitments.
Next steps to unfold after World Cup
Casemiro is expected to wait until after the World Cup to make the move public. He remains a key figure for Brazil and wants to avoid distractions ahead of the tournament.
Internally, though, the direction is clear. Manchester United will move forward without him, while Inter Miami prepare to build around a player who still believes he can perform at a high level.
For United, the transition has been coming. Now, it finally has a destination.