Manchester United surprise Madrid midfielder as a substitute if De Jong misses
A report that Premier League club Manchester United. Have add Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro as a target for their midfield reinforcements. In case they missed out on grabbing Frankie de Jong.
The Brazilian was one of the key players in helping Los Blancos to their 14th UEFA Champions League triumph last season. It is also recognize as one of the best defensive midfielders in the modern football world.
Meanwhile, United have link with De Jong since the opening of the market. And they were able to agree on a fee with Barca already. But due to the Spanish club’s debt and desire for players to stay at the Camp Nou.
They may have to look for backup options before the summer transfer window closes. Ka reports that Casemiro is one of the options the Red Devils interest Erik ten Hag’s team in desperate need of a new central midfielder. After having poor performances in their first two games of the season. Losing 2-1 at home to Brighton and 4-0 by Brentford last weekend.
Anyone “White King” whose main function is to prevent the opponent’s attacks from the middle of the field.
But it is known in La Liga that the Brazilian midfielder is a frequent foul. However Casemiro maintains that his style of aggressive play is within the scope of the rules. Not aiming to hurt the opponent in any way.
“My job is to destroy, play hard and prevent counter-attacks,” he said during an interview with Revista Panenka. “Besides, fouling and malicious are very different things. Of course, I always try to hit the ball aggressively. If it hurts someone I would be mad at myself Fouls are part of the game. But it was never malicious.”