Inter Miami have sounded out Casemiro about a potential move to the MLS when the experienced Brazilian midfielder leaves Manchester United at the end of this season.
Casemiro is not leaving Manchester United without noise, as the Stretford End proved when it sang his name, urging him to stay at the club.
Announced in January that Casemiro would leave United at the end of his contract in June, United have no plans to pull a U-turn on that decision. The former Real Madrid midfielder is doing his utmost to help Michael Carrick’s side qualify for the Champions League before his departure. That has not gone under the radar with fans.
Casemiro will be a free agent in the summer, which opens the door to multiple clubs looking to sign one of the best defensive midfielders of his generation.
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Inter Miami eye free agent Casemiro deal
It was only a matter of time before Casemiro would begin getting linked to clubs ahead of his United exit.
A player of his ilk can still bring so much to most teams, even at the age of 34. It’s with good reason Carlo Ancelotti has made him a leader of his Brazil side ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Interestingly, the United States is one of three host countries for the tournament. It could also be Casemiro’s next destination.
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According to the Daily Mail, Casemiro has been sounded out by Inter Miami over a potential move to the MLS.
The report adds that LA Galaxy were seen as one of the favourites to land Casemiro, although it is believed they are still in contention for his signature.
Of course, these are early days in the race to sign Casemiro. It’s possible that he could decide to hold off on his decision until after the World Cup.
Casemiro spent time on holiday in Miami last month, supposedly trying to evaluate whether he would like to take his family there.
Lionel Messi extended his Inter Miami contract until 2028, meaning Casemiro could link up with the former Barcelona star after spending years battling against him many El Clasico encounters.
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Al-Ittihad waiting on Fabinho before making Casemiro swoop
Casemiro has had a rollercoaster spell at United, but he has been one of the club’s best performers this season.
It was recently revealed that United have reached an agreement to ‘waive a clause’ in his contract because a new deal would have been triggered by Casemiro starting 35 or more Premier League games this season.
With that clause removed, Casemiro is free to feature in all of United’s remaining matches, granted he can stay fit for the remainder of the season.
There is expected to be movement over Casemiro’s future over the coming months, with Bruno Andrade suggesting Al-Ittihad are interested but the move hinges on fellow Brazilian Fabinho leaving the club.
Andrade told ESPN Brasil: “Even with the change of ownership, we’ve mentioned this before, the sovereign wealth fund has been selling off the main clubs. Al-Hilal has already been sold, and Al-Ittihad is in the process. Despite this shift, the new ownership still likes the idea of bringing in Casemiro. So the interest is real, even if there are no active negotiations right now.
“However, this interest is currently dependent on the future of Fabinho. Not long ago, under the sovereign fund, Fabinho was expected to leave, the plan was not to renew his contract. But with the new owners, the idea now is to renew his deal, albeit with a salary reduction. They’re expected to speak with him soon.
“Depending on Fabinho’s decision, they may move forward with Casemiro. It seems unlikely, though, that both would play together due to their similar profiles. Both are top-level players and Brazil internationals, Casemiro is almost certain for the World Cup, while Fabinho is still fighting for his spot.
“From what I understand, speaking with people still inside Al-Ittihad, they won’t advance for Casemiro until Fabinho’s situation is resolved. And it’s also worth noting that Fabinho is not in talks with Palmeiras. At this point, if he leaves Saudi Arabia, he’s not considering a return to Brazil – he would either stay in the Middle East or move back to European football.”
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