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Casemiro’s Manchester United Future Under Serious Doubt

Contract Nearing Final Stage

Manchester United face a pivotal decision regarding Casemiro as his contract reaches its final months. The Brazilian midfielder, now 33, sees his deal expire in June following three seasons at Old Trafford. While an extension option is on the table, there are growing suggestions he could take on a new challenge abroad. According to Mundo Deportivo.

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Temptation from Saudi Arabia

The report claims Al-Nassr have made their interest known, eager to reunite Casemiro with Cristiano Ronaldo. “They will not spare any expense to make their dream a reality,” it was stated, underlining the lure of Saudi riches. At this stage of his career, a move away from the Premier League could make sense, offering both financial security and a slower-paced competition.

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United’s Domestic Struggles

United’s form has been troubling, with just one win from their opening four matches leaving them 14th in the table and perilously close to the relegation zone. Such results put added pressure on the club’s hierarchy to either convince Casemiro to stay or plan for a midfield rebuild in the summer. “The British press are far from certain the Brazilian will continue wearing United red,” Mundo Deportivo notes.

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Club Determined to Retain Star

Despite the uncertainty, it is clear the club want to keep him. “They will do everything possible to retain one of their best players,” the article stated, acknowledging his importance in a difficult period for the team.

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Casemiro brought authority and calm when he first arrived, transforming a fragile midfield into something resembling a top-four contender. Letting him leave without a proper replacement would feel like the club repeating past mistakes, allowing key figures to depart while scrambling to fill the void.

There is also frustration that the team’s form has dropped so drastically. Some fans argue that Casemiro, now 33, has started to look fatigued and less dominant in transition, but many still see him as a leader. A move to Al-Nassr may make sense financially, yet it risks signalling that United are content to lose experience rather than build on it.

If the club are serious about climbing back up the table, they must find an elite replacement early in the summer window. Waiting too long could prove costly both in results and morale.