Man United could keep Casemiro if he takes pay cut – sources
Manchester United are weighing the possibility of retaining midfielder Casemiro beyond the 2025-26 season, but sources indicate the Brazil international would need to agree to a substantial salary reduction to remain at Old Trafford. The 33-year-old, currently under contract until June 2026, arrived from Real Madrid in 2022 on a lucrative deal that reportedly makes him one of the highest earners at the club.
United hold an option to extend Casemiro’s contract by another year through June 2027, although exercising this clause would require maintaining his current salary level, a scenario the club appears keen to avoid as part of ongoing wage bill restructuring. The departures of David De Gea, Raphaël Varane, and Marcus Rashford have already reduced payroll demands, with further cost control a priority.
Casemiro has featured six times in the Premier League this season and offers composure, tactical discipline, and experience in midfield that manager Rúben Amorim values highly. Given uncertainties surrounding the futures of young midfielders Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte, Casemiro’s role as a stabilizing presence has become more significant, potentially influencing United’s plans.
Sources also report that Casemiro and his family have settled well in Manchester, though he has interest from clubs in Brazil and the Saudi Pro League. As he enters the final six months of his contract, he will be free to negotiate with foreign clubs starting January.
Manchester United anticipate a midfield overhaul next summer, with at least one major recruitment expected, signaling a strategic refresh that balances experience with emerging talent. The club will also address contracts for Harry Maguire and Tyrell Malacia, both in final contract years, with decisions pending on contract extensions and squad integration.
This contract negotiation for Casemiro reflects United’s broader approach to optimizing salary structures while maintaining key squad components during a transitional phase.