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Casemiro names the 'best player' at Man United ahead of Carabao Cup final

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Published 15:56 25 Feb 2023 GMT

Casemiro names the 'best player' at Man United ahead of Carabao Cup final

Casemiro spoke highly of his Manchester United teammate.

Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar

Casemiro has named the 'best player' at Manchester United ahead of his side's Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United on Sunday.

The 31-year-old has shone for Man United this season since his summer switch from Real Madrid, with the club in contention for four trophies under Erik ten Hag.

He delivered a sensational performance in his team's big win over Barcelona in the Europa League, with the Brazilian looking to get his hands on a trophy when the Red Devils meet Newcastle at Wembley Stadium.

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And ahead of the showpiece event, Casemiro has named the 'best player' at the club.

He singled out Bruno Fernandes and revealed that he'd watch him before he signed for Man United.

Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro celebrate a goal for Manchester United. Image: Alamy
Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro celebrate a goal for Manchester United. Image: Alamy

"Before coming to Manchester United, I’d turn on the TV and watch their games... and he was the best player," he said of Fernandes.

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"He’s one of the guys that helps up front and midfield, he is part of that transition. He’s our best player there."

The Portuguese midfielder has been a revelation at Man United since his move from Sporting CP in January 2020.

He's chipped in with goals and assists, but has yet to raise silverware. However, he has the opportunity to claim a major trophy on Sunday.

On winning titles, Casemiro added: "That’s the most important thing. Regardless if we win or not, because we know it’s hard to win titles, especially the Premier League, where all games are tough.

"But I want to win titles and important games here. It’s not easy. We know that. Especially because we’re talking about the most difficult league in the world. But that’s what I want to be known for."

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Casemiro enjoyed a trophy-laden career at Real, having spent nine seasons in the Spanish capital.

And he provided an insight on the differences between the Premier League and La Liga.

"Well, honestly, it’s different," he said.

"Especially because of the different circumstances, like the intensity of the games here. I’m not trying to underestimate La Liga, but the games here are much more difficult, there’s a higher number of transitions.

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"In Spain, they usually prefer tiki-taka football as they call it there. Here there are more transitions, more attacking moves.

"Each league has its own qualities and traits. I know each has its own traits and I respect both [leagues].

"But the most important thing is for players to adapt as quickly as possible."

Featured Image Credit: Manchester United/Alamy

Topics: Casemiro, Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes, Football

Nasir Jabbar
Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar is a journalist at SPORTbible. He graduated from Bath Spa University with a BA in Media Communications. He's a combat sport aficionado and has contributed to MMA websites AddictedMMA and CagePotato. Nasir has covered some of the biggest fights, while interviewing the likes of Conor McGregor, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Darren Till. He's also an avid Bristol City fan.

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