Manchester United seeks buyer for Casemiro this summer

Manchester United is stepping up efforts to find a buyer for midfielder Casemiro this summer. The club aims to reduce its wage bill and rework its midfield. Casemiro currently earns £350,000 per week, far above the new salary cap they plan to implement at £200,000. The potential for Casemiro to leave the club hinges on his salary, which limits the number of possible buyers. Right now, only teams in Saudi Arabia can afford to match his current earnings, complicating his departure. Despite financial concerns, head coach Ruben Amorim still trusts Casemiro. The 32-year-old player has faced challenges adapting to the team's new playing style, impacting his game time but not his coach's faith. Recently, he started in important matches against Real Sociedad and Arsenal. United wants to confirm if there is a market for Casemiro before the transfer window opens. This decision affects their plans to find a high-quality replacement. If Casemiro stays, they may have to target younger players instead of established stars. One possible target is Felix Nmecha, a 23-year-old midfielder from Borussia Dortmund. While there is interest, any serious effort to buy him depends on offloading Casemiro first. Nmecha's price tag could exceed £40 million, which would be hard to justify without freeing up funds. Manchester United is prioritizing investment in attacking positions. The club's approach to transfers this summer will largely depend on whether they can sell Casemiro. The next few weeks will be crucial in deciding whether he remains with United or if the team moves on from one of its highest-paid players.