Carlo Ancelotti violated Man Utd when talking about Casemiro's transfer, it's gone viral

Ancelotti was asked about Casemiro's future in a press conference on Friday and he revealed the 30-year-old has said goodbye to his Real teammates.

He then admitted he couldn't personally understand why Casemiro was keen to leave the La Liga and Champions League holders for a 'struggling side'. It's worth mentioning he never said United's name.

"After all, he's done for this club, we need to respect his decision. Casemiro is leaving but we have a lot of resources to replace him.

"I think Casemiro has been a key player for us, he was important to [Toni] Kroos and [Luka] Modric - the combination was key to success.

"Casemiro's teammates understand his decision, they respect it - it was his will to try a new challenge and we have to accept it. I can't reply to why Casemiro traded European Champions for a struggling side, it's his personal decision."

United were keen to strengthen in central midfield this summer and spent most of it chasing Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong.

Erik ten Hag worked with the 25-year-old at Ajax and considered him a vital part of how his United side would play.

That pursuit appears to have been dropped in favour of Casemiro however, who has 15 major club honours to his name.

United have added Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez to their squad this summer and Casemiro will be their fourth signing.

Antony is thought to be keen on a move and didn't train with his Ajax teammates on Friday.

There is a chance he doesn't feature against Sparta Rotterdam on Sunday.