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Casemiro proved his doubters wrong. Now Manchester United must try to replace him

The Brazilian was often exposed by the tactics of Ten Hag and Amorim, but was always adaptable and a replacement will be expensive

Casemiro proved his doubters wrong. Now Manchester United must try to replace him

Now 34, Casemiro has added discipline to his game and became wary of his weaknesses when exposed against runners through the middle. Pic: Martin Rickett/PA Wire.

“Leave the football before the football leaves you.”

The meme-baiting quote from Jamie Carragher hung heavy over Casemiro for a long while, but it is testament to the Brazilian’s character and durability that he will leave Manchester United this year on his own terms, two years after those infamous words from the former Liverpool player.

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