Manchester United could press ahead with a ruthless squad clear-out next summer, with several high-profile names increasingly linked with exits.
According to the Daily Mail, Major League Soccer is emerging as the most likely destination for Casemiro.
The Brazilian is currently in the final year of his United contract, although the club do retain an option to extend his stay by a further 12 months.
The report also reveals that Manuel Ugarte is believed to be generating significant interest from Turkey.
INEOS-owned OGC Nice have been mentioned as an alternative landing spot, but Ugarte is understood to have little appetite for a move there.
Casemiro and Ugarte both could depart
Casemiro has been a superb stalwart for United since his arrival from Real Madrid.
While his pressing intensity has naturally declined with age, his experience and game intelligence have been invaluable in holding together an often chaotic midfield.
He has offered vital protection to the back line and exceeded expectations with his contributions at the attacking end of the pitch.
The Red Devils have scored the most goals from set-pieces this league campaign and Casemiro has a huge role to play in that.
At 33, the midfielder remains one of the highest earners at the club, a factor that weighs heavily on his long-term future.
INEOS have made cutting the wage bill a clear priority over the past year, a strategy reflected starkly in the club’s latest financial results.
Against that backdrop, it is difficult to envision United handing Casemiro a fresh deal on his current terms.
Ugarte is an aggressive ball-winner who appears perfectly suited to Ruben Amorim’s high-intensity system on paper.
In reality, the 24-year-old has struggled to settle at the Theatre of Dreams and now faces a defining six-month window to revive his United career.
Failing a dramatic turnaround, the Red Devils may feel compelled to cash in and explore alternative solutions in the transfer market.
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