… Though the majority – including Karim Benzema, Casemiro, and Roberto Carlos – are backing Perez, former captains Iker Casillas and Fernando Hierro have pledged their support for Riquelme. …
… United’s move for Ederson highlights the club’s determination to strengthen their midfield options following the departure of veteran Brazilian, Casemiro. …
… r best, work hard – everyone knows what Brazil’s expectations are,” he said. “Everyone knows that there are no favourites, there are some strong teams and I think Brazil can compete with anyone.” Brazil may not carry the kind of aura of past teams, but veteran midfielder Casemiro …
… United are prioritising that area of the field, which has been weakened by the exit of Ederson’s compatriot Casemiro, 34, whose contract expires at the end of the month. …
… Bournemouth’s Rayan scored his first goal for his country, Brentford’s Igor Thiago was on target, while Vinicius Jr, Casemiro and Lucas Paqueta and Danilo also hit the net. …
“One more year, one more year, Casemiro.” They know it won’t happen, but it won’t stop Manchester United‘s fans from belting out their ode to the Brazilian when he makes his final Old Trafford appearance for the club against Nottingham Forest on Sunday. …
… We could come much stronger for next season.” It will be a summer of change at Old Trafford, not least because Cunha’s Brazilian international team-mate Casemiro is leaving. …
Major League Soccer is reviewing a tampering allegation against Inter Miami after the club signed Brazil midfielder Casemiro, 34, from Manchester United on a deal running to the end of 2027 with an option to extend to June 2029. The investigation concerns discovery rights, which gave LA Galaxy first refusal to sign Casemiro, though Inter Miami and the Galaxy have reached a settlement pending the tampering review's conclusion.
Major League Soccer is reviewing a tampering allegation against Inter Miami after the club signed Brazil midfielder Casemiro, 34, from Manchester United on a deal running to the end of 2027 with an option to extend to June 2029. The investigation concerns discovery rights, which gave LA Galaxy first refusal to sign Casemiro, though Inter Miami and the Galaxy have reached a settlement pending the tampering review's conclusion.
Major League Soccer is investigating allegations of tampering by Inter Miami after the club signed 34-year-old Brazil midfielder Casemiro from Manchester United on a deal running to the end of 2027, with an option to extend until June 2029. The investigation concerns Inter Miami's acquisition of Casemiro's discovery rights from LA Galaxy, an MLS regulation that gives a specific club first refusal over a player.
Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal after meeting his £35m release clause. The 29-year-old midfielder, who helped Belgium reach the World Cup quarter-finals, will wear the number 18 shirt.
Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal after meeting his £35m release clause. The 29-year-old midfielder, who recently helped Belgium reach the World Cup quarter-finals, will wear the number 18 shirt.
Manchester United completed a £48 million signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea on a contract until June 2031, with negotiations for Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans at an advanced stage. The club abandoned its pursuit of Atalanta's Ederson due to injury concerns revealed in medical checks.
Manchester United have agreed to sign Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea in a deal worth up to £50 million, with an initial payment of £48 million plus £2 million in add-ons. Santos will join fellow Brazilian Ederson at Old Trafford as United strengthen their midfield following injuries and departures.
Brazil fell short at the World Cup despite Carlo Ancelotti's arrival as coach, winning 10 of 16 games but failing to progress past the group stage. The article argues Brazil must rebuild its midfield, traditionally a creative strength, and questions whether Ancelotti's dependence on Casemiro is the right approach moving forward.
Erling Haaland scored twice in the second half to help Norway defeat five-time winners Brazil 2–1 and reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time. Brazil's Bruno Guimaraes missed a first-half penalty, and despite Neymar converting a late penalty, Brazil exited before the quarter-finals for the first time since 1990.
As of 2 July, 14 players still active at the World Cup are technically without clubs to return to after the tournament ends. Notable free agents include Casemiro, James Rodriguez, Mo Salah, John Stones, and others, some of whom are using the competition to impress potential suitors despite their employment situations.
Roy Keane and Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes have reconciled after Keane misquoted Fernandes on a podcast, leading Fernandes to accuse him of lying. The pair had what Keane described as a "lovely chat" to resolve the matter.
Manchester City is contemplating legal action after a Real Madrid presidential candidate promised to sign Erling Haaland and displayed a shirt with his name, claiming he has a release clause. City and Haaland's representatives denied the claim, stating there is no such clause and no chance of a transfer.
Manchester United have agreed a £35 million deal with Atalanta for 26-year-old Brazilian midfielder Ederson, who is expected to undergo a medical in coming weeks with the transfer likely finalised in early July. The signing comes as United seeks to strengthen midfield following Casemiro's departure.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said he is in no rush to return star forward Neymar from a calf injury ahead of the World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico, with Neymar expected to be available for the team's first or second group stage match. Brazil begin their campaign against Morocco on June 13.
Manchester United have agreed a £35m fee with Atalanta for Brazilian midfielder Ederson, 26, who will sign a four-year contract with an option to extend by 12 months. The transfer, subject to £3.9m in additional payments, is expected to be completed in early July and will be United's first signing under new permanent head coach Michael Carrick.
Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti agreed in May 2025 to lead Brazil as their first-ever foreign coach at a World Cup, and has prioritized learning Portuguese through intensive lessons to win over the fanbase and local staff.
Brazilian midfielder Casemiro, 34, will make his final Old Trafford appearance for Manchester United against Nottingham Forest on Sunday, having turned around a troubled 2024–25 season after initially facing fan criticism and benching under manager Ruben Amorim.
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro, who spent nine years at Real Madrid, told a podcast that while Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest footballer he has played alongside, Gareth Bale is the "most complete" all-round player, citing Bale's abilities in attack, defence, heading, and scoring.
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has endorsed Michael Carrick for the permanent manager's job, saying Carrick has demonstrated the qualities needed after winning 10 of his 14 matches in interim charge, including victories over Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea.
Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha says interim boss Michael Carrick has the "magic" of the Sir Alex Ferguson era and has been instrumental in securing Champions League qualification with three games to spare after a 3-2 win over Liverpool.