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Topics: Man Utd, Transfers, Premier League
Jack Kenmare
With four months remaining of the Premier League campaign, Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has confirmed he will leave the club at the end of the 2025/26 season.
The 33-year-old, who joined United from Real Madrid in the summer of 2022 for a reported £60 million, confirmed on Thursday that he will leave Old Trafford when his contract expires in the summer.
It is said the player has a one-year extension option in his contract at United, but the club have decided against activating it, according to The Athletic.
Casemiro, who is said to earn around £300,000 per week, posted an emotional video on his social media channels to confirm the news. "I have decided that this will be my last four months at Old Trafford," he said in the clip, as seen below.
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The Brazilian also posted a statement, which read: "Knowing when stages come to an end. Knowing when to say goodbye when you feel that you will be remembered and respected forever."
He added: "Four months to give my all for this badge and for our goal. Eternal respect and affection for Manchester United and its wonderful fans. Forever Red Devil."
Speaking to United's official website, Casemiro said another goodbye to the club's supporters.
“I will carry Manchester United with me throughout my entire life," he said. “From the first day that I walked out at this beautiful stadium, I felt the passion of Old Trafford and the love that I now share with our supporters for this special club.
“It is not time to say goodbye; there are many more memories to create during the next four months."
He added: “We still have a lot to fight for together; my complete focus will, as always, remain on giving my everything to help our club to succeed.”
United also confirmed that supporters will have the opportunity to recognise Casemiro’s contributions at the final home game of the season against Nottingham Forest on May 26.
The experienced midfielder has played 146 games for United, scoring 21 goals. He played a crucial role in their 2023 Carabao Cup win, scoring a header in the final against Newcastle, and also lifted the FA Cup in 2024.