How Casemiro has proved the Manchester United doubters wrong

A renewed tenacity off the ball that means Manchester United should fancy their chances of lifting the Europa League trophy.

In a dreary domestic campaign, Casemiro has proven a rare ray of light in a grey Manchester sky. Pic: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images

Watching Manchester United’s 4-0 loss to Brentford in August 2022, Casemiro reportedly messaged his agent: “Tell them I’ll fix this.” 

Having been heavily linked with a move for Frenkie de Jong, United ultimately turned their attention to Casemiro in Erik ten Hag’s first summer at the Old Trafford helm. In dire need of a new central midfielder, the Brazilian’s willingness to swap Madrid for Manchester was a welcome one.