Casemiro is nearing his expected exit from Manchester United this summer, having reached an agreement to depart.
The Brazilian midfielder, earlier in the year, announced he would be leaving United at the end of the season when his contract expires.
Casemiro’s Message to Fans
Ahead of United’s fixture against Brentford, Casemiro sent a one-word message to United fans in a post on social media. Accompanied by a photo of himself at Carrington, which featured the word ‘forever’ on the wall in the background, Casemiro wrote the same word in the caption in a post to his 22.5 million followers on Instagram, along with a red love heart.
Rumours have circulated for several months regarding a possible contract extension for Casemiro at United.
The 34-year-old has scored eight goals for United this season, four of which have come since the start of February, and has played a key role in helping guide the Reds to third place in the Premier League table.
Potential Final Appearances at Old Trafford
Should Casemiro leave United this summer, the midfielder now has only three home matches at Old Trafford left this season, with Liverpool and Nottingham Forest the opponents, as well as Brentford on Monday night.
During United’s 3-1 win over Aston Villa last month, the Stretford End could be heard chanting ‘one more year, one more year Casemiro’ after the Brazilian scored in the victory.
Carrick on Casemiro’s Departure
Michael Carrick was asked about Casemiro’s future after the game and was quizzed about the possibility of the midfielder changing his mind and deciding to stay at United beyond this season.
“I think in some ways it’s difficult to say, I think it’s when something’s decided and in some ways the fact that it was decided makes things a little bit easier and everyone understands the situation really,” Carrick said last month.
“I think the impact he’s had has been terrific, certainly since I’ve been here and working with him and his influence within the team and big moments and goals.
“It was a nice moment at the end there with the supporters and having that connection, and the respect. That was a nice moment. I think you’ll enjoy that one.”
United have just five Premier League matches remaining this season, starting with a home clash against Brentford on Monday night at Old Trafford.