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Casemiro’s Future: Roma’s Interest Raises More Questions for United

Manchester United’s turbulent season takes another twist as Roma express tentative interest in signing Casemiro on loan. The Brazilian midfielder, once indispensable under Erik ten Hag, now finds himself sidelined, watching from the bench as a youthful midfield core takes centre stage. According to The Daily Mail, Roma are considering a move, but only if they part ways with Leandro Paredes. Even then, United seem reluctant to let Casemiro go, despite his fading role under new boss Ruben Amorim.

Wage Woes and Squad Dilemmas

Casemiro’s staggering £375,000-a-week salary is a significant hurdle for any potential move. Much like Marcus Rashford, United would likely need to subsidise his wages should he leave mid-season. The question remains—do United want to part ways with a player who, at 32, still possesses experience and quality, or is he truly surplus to requirements?

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His exile from the starting XI speaks volumes. Amorim’s preference for an energetic midfield has seen Toby Collyer break into a competitive setup featuring Bruno Fernandes, Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo, and Christian Eriksen. Amorim justified his decisions, stating, “He has to have the characteristics and then I have to choose the player with characteristics that I see for the game. So it’s just that.” This clear shift in philosophy suggests Casemiro’s battle for relevance may already be lost.

Tactical Shift or Financial Play?

United’s stance on Casemiro’s future could be more about financial pragmatism than tactical evolution. His wages represent a considerable strain, and with United’s ownership turmoil, every penny counts. Amorim’s words, “I have to make some choices. I want to play a style of game that is sometimes different from other coaches and I have to choose based on that, that’s all,” imply a clear break from past regimes.

Meanwhile, United are also in talks with Lecce over Patrick Dorgu, but negotiations hit a snag with the club unwilling to go beyond £30 million for the Danish left-back. Whether this signals a shift towards younger, lower-cost investments remains to be seen.

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Sceptical United fans might view this saga as another example of mismanagement. Casemiro arrived with huge expectations but now finds himself on the fringes. Has he truly declined, or is his omission an overcorrection from Amorim?

Many supporters would argue that a team struggling for consistency can ill-afford to discard an experienced leader. Others, however, might counter that his hefty wages and declining mobility no longer justify a starting role. The club’s reluctance to offload him—despite his diminished influence—raises further questions about their long-term strategy.

As for Roma, a move feels unlikely unless drastic financial compromises are made. United’s need to balance ambition with fiscal responsibility may see Casemiro remain in Manchester, but if Amorim remains unwavering, his time at Old Trafford could end not with a bang, but with a quiet, costly fade.