Casemiro Stay Wanted By Man Utd Players, Says Leny Yoro

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Casemiro is closing his Manchester United spell with strong form, even as the midfielder prepares to leave at the end of the season. The Brazilian scored again against Aston Villa on Sunday, taking his Premier League tally for the campaign to a career-best figure in Europe’s top five leagues.

The 2022-23 signing from Real Madrid has now played 154 matches for Manchester United in all competitions, and this season brings seven league goals, beating the six scored for Madrid in 2020-21. Six of those strikes have followed non-penalty set-pieces, the highest such return by a United player since Wayne Rooney recorded seven in 2011-12.

Casemiro’s improved goal output underlines the scale of his contribution during this final campaign, particularly from dead-ball situations. His seven goals in the current Premier League season have all arrived in key moments for Manchester United, reinforcing his value beyond the defensive duties that defined much of Casemiro’s career in Spain.

Earlier this year, Casemiro confirmed that the current campaign will be the last at Old Trafford, with the contract expiring in the summer. The deal includes an option for an extra year, yet both Manchester United and Casemiro agreed not to activate it, and reports indicate a return on that decision is unlikely.

Leny Yoro explained that Manchester United’s squad hoped Casemiro would reconsider, underlining the midfielder’s influence in the group. Yoro said, "Everyone wanted him to stay; he's a player [who is] really important for us," reflecting how deeply the dressing room values Casemiro’s presence and performances during this period.

Manchester United Casemiro influence inside the squad

Yoro also highlighted Casemiro’s role away from matchdays, stressing the midfielder’s experience within Manchester United’s changing room. Yoro said Casemiro brings something unique to daily work because of a career at the highest level. "Even in the dressing room, every day, he has the experience that no one else has in the team. He won everything, so this helped us a lot in the games and even outside the pitch."

Michael Carrick suggested that the decision over Casemiro’s future is settled, indicating Manchester United will plan without a late change of heart. Carrick said, "I think it's when something's decided, and in some ways the fact that it was decided makes things a little bit easier, and everyone understands the situation really," before praising Casemiro’s impact since Carrick joined the staff. Carrick added, "I think the impact he's had has been terrific, certainly since I've been here and working with him and his influence within the team and big moments and goals."

Casemiro’s looming exit therefore comes with clear communication from Manchester United, yet also with strong appreciation from coaching staff and players. The midfielder leaves after four seasons, combining decisive goals, set-piece threat and leadership, with Yoro and Carrick both stressing how Casemiro’s influence has shaped the team on and off the pitch.