Casemiro set to rejoin Cristiano Ronaldo as he agrees deal to leave Man Utd

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro is reportedly on the verge of a move to the Saudi Pro League during the January transfer window.

The 32-year-old appears to be nearing an exit from Old Trafford after falling out of favor under new manager Ruben Amorim, who replaced Erik ten Hag earlier this season.

A reunion with former United and Real Madrid teammate Cristiano Ronaldo could be in the works if Casemiro joins Al-Nassr.

According to Brazilian outlet UOL, the five-time Champions League winner has already agreed on the terms of a lucrative deal, pending United’s acceptance of an offer.

The Saudi Sovereign Fund is said to be finalizing the deal, though the exact club Casemiro will join remains undisclosed.

Reports suggest the experienced midfielder is set to earn an eye-watering £650,000 per week, making him one of the highest-paid players in the Saudi Pro League.

Saudi negotiators reportedly value Casemiro at around £25 million, a sharp drop from the £70 million United paid for him in 2022.

This reflects both the player's age—he turns 33 next month—and the financial realities of the transfer market.

While United would incur a significant loss on Casemiro’s transfer fee, the deal provides financial relief.

By offloading the Brazilian, the Red Devils could save up to £26 million in wages through the remainder of his contract, which runs until 2026.

The combined savings from the transfer fee and wage reductions would allow United to mitigate their financial constraints, especially as they tread carefully around financial regulations.

Casemiro’s likely departure, coupled with Marcus Rashford’s expected loan move, could accelerate Ruben Amorim’s squad rebuild.

Amorim is eager to address key areas of need, including left wing-back, central midfield, and striker positions. However, significant acquisitions may need to wait until the summer unless more sales materialize this month.

The United boss will be keen to replace Casemiro if the transfer is finalized, given the midfielder’s importance and the lack of depth in the squad.

With growing speculation in Brazil about Casemiro’s move, his exit appears imminent.

As the January window progresses, United fans will watch closely to see how the club navigates the challenges of balancing departures with much-needed reinforcements.