Casemiro on the shortlist for Cristiano Ronaldo's Manchester United reunion, happy to take criticism for Saud-linked midfielder
Casemiro could be the latest star player to swap Europe for Saudi Arabia, with Manchester United prepared to cash in on the midfielder, talkSPORT understands.
The 32-year-old enjoyed an indifferent second season at Old Trafford after his Exchange for 60 million pounds of Real Madrid in 2022.
He struggled for consistency, resulting in the Red Devils finishing eighth in the Premier League, and him being left out. Brazil's squad for the Copa America.
And now he could be ready for a new adventure in the Middle East, it is believed. United they are happy to get him off their payroll.
talkSPORT told you in February how new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe prepared Receive a big blow about the five-time Champions League winner.
It is understood he would cost around £25m to £30m with possible bonuses, a huge reduction from the £60m they shelled out for him just two years ago.
We also reported in May that Casemiro was in the sights of Saudi clubs, with a possible reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo lining up for Al Nassr.
A movement to join their Former Real Madrid teammate remains a possibility, with Luis Castro's team being one of two teams that are serious options.
One of them is the current champion of the top flight, Al Ittihad, where he would meet another legend of Los Blancos in Karim Benzema and his compatriot Fabinho, as well as French maestro N'Golo Kanté.
Meanwhile, Al-Qadsiah, Al Ahli and Al Hilal have expressed interest in Casemiro in the past.
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John Murtough, who recently stepped down as United's sporting director after 11 years, visited the Gulf nation in January where he held meetings over Casemiro's possible exit.
As things stand, it remains to be seen whether Casemiro would welcome a move to Saudi Arabia.
He is believed to be holding talks with the boss. Erik the Hag at the end of the month to discuss their future.
But if he expresses his willingness to make the move, offers for the player could come in quickly.
That's because Saudi Arabia's transfer window opens on July 17, with clubs once again looking to quickly outbid European sides in the market.
