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Casemiro to leave Manchester United

Analysis based on 14 articles · First reported Jan 22, 2026 · Last updated Jan 23, 2026

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Market Impact

The departure of Casemiro from United Kingdom — Manchester will free up significant wages, allowing United Kingdom — Manchester flexibility in their midfield rebuild plans. This move is part of a broader squad overhaul under new co-owner John Ratcliffe, aiming to reduce the wage bill and cut costs.

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Event Summary

United Kingdom — Manchester has confirmed that midfielder Casemiro will leave the club at the end of the current season when his contract expires. Casemiro joined United Kingdom — Manchester from Real Madrid CF in 2022 for a reported fee of £70 million and has made 146 appearances, scoring 21 goals. He played a key role in United Kingdom — Manchester's 2023 League Cup victory, scoring in the final against Newcastle United F.C.. The decision not to extend his contract, which included a one-year extension option, was made internally, influenced by new co-owner John Ratcliffe's focus on reducing the wage bill and cutting costs. Casemiro expressed his gratitude and commitment to United Kingdom — Manchester for his remaining time, stating he would 'carry United Kingdom — Manchester with me throughout my entire life.' His departure is seen as a move to free up significant wages and provide United Kingdom — Manchester with flexibility for midfield rebuild plans.

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Casemiro
Casemiro, a midfielder, is departing from United Kingdom — Manchester at the end of the season after his contract expires. He expressed his gratitude and commitment to the club for his remaining time.
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Erik ten Hag
Erik ten Hag, then manager of United Kingdom — Manchester, needed a commanding presence in midfield, leading to Casemiro's arrival.
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Ruben Amorim
Casemiro enjoyed a revival under Ruben Amorim.
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Michael Carrick
Casemiro started Michael Carrick's first match in charge against Manchester City.
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United Kingdom — Manchester
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John Ratcliffe
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