MU gives Casemiro an ultimatum

Midfielder Casemiro must take a pay cut if he wants to stay with MU, while many teams in the Saudi Pro League and his home country Brazil have expressed interest.

MU wants to keep Casemiro on the condition that he accepts a pay cut.

The 33-year-old's contract runs until the summer of 2026, with an option to extend for a further year. However, activating this clause would mean United continuing to pay a whopping £375,000 a week, as the board look to cut the wage bill.

According to the Daily Mail , MU is re-evaluating the future of players with less than 1 year left on their contracts, of which Casemiro is a notable case. The club asked him to take a significant pay cut if he wants to stay long-term. Coach Ruben Amorim still believes the former Real Madrid midfielder can contribute more after the summer of 2026.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed: "Casemiro's situation is very special. He is still a pillar in the dressing room and a real leader. However, there are currently no negotiations about a new contract. Casemiro has rejected attractive offers from Saudi Arabia, but the possibility of leaving next summer is real."

According to ESPN , many Brazilian and Saudi Pro League clubs are closely monitoring Casemiro's contract developments. If a new deal is not reached, he will be free to negotiate with teams outside England from January 2026.

Under coach Amorim, Casemiro has been a mainstay in the holding midfield position in the 3-4-3 formation. His experience and interception ability are considered the foundation that helps MU balance between defense and attack. Since joining MU, Casemiro has played 83 Premier League matches, scored 7 goals, won the League Cup and FA Cup.

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