Replacing Casemiro Will Be Man United’s Biggest Task Of The Summer

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“He’s got huge experience. He’s a big player who has achieved an awful lot in the game. I have to say since I’ve arrived, he’s given everything he could possibly give,” said Carrick when asked about the influence of Casemiro and his role in Manchester United salvaging something from a challenging season.

“The situation has probably helped that. Knowing exactly where he’s at. He’s got nothing to hide. He’s thrown himself right into it. It’s football, players come and go. Players have come and left this football club over the years. You’ve got to evolve and move on and adapt. That’s the world that we’re in. It’s nice that he’s got that connection with the supporters and it comes from both ways because I know he’s an emotional guy and it means a lot to him.”

United already needed at least one new central midfielder this summer. The club has been linked with the likes of Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba, Aurelien Tchouameni and Adam Wharton who are all expected to be on the move. With Casemiro leaving, United needs more than one new midfield addition.

Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest applauds the fans after the game during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Nottingham Forest at Stadium Of Light in Sunderland, United Kingdom, on April 24, 2026. (Photo by Alfie Cosgrove/News Images/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

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For a long time, Casemiro struggled with the speed of the Premier League. At a veteran age, he was unable to cover the amount of ground Ruben Amorim’s system demanded from him. With Carrick at the helm, though, Casemiro’s role in the team has been simplified and he is performing at something close to his peak again.

Manchester United is a work-in-progress. Last summer, the signings of Matheus Cunha, Senne Lammens, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko significantly strengthened the team and another big transfer window is required this summer. Replacing Casemiro could be the biggest task of all.

This article was originally published on Forbes.com