Manchester United has reached an agreement with Real Madrid to sign Brazil midfielder Casemiro, the English Premier League side announced on Friday.
United is set to pay Madrid $60 million up front with $10 million in add-ons for the midfielder’s services, British media reported on Thursday.
“Manchester United is delighted to announce that the club has reached agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Casemiro,” the club said in a statement announcing the news. The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical.
“Casemiro has played over 500 professional games, including 63 at international level for his native Brazil. He has won 17 major honours in his illustrious career including five Champions League titles and the Copa America,” the statement added.
🚨 Official, confirmed: Casemiro to Manchester United from Real Madrid is done and completed, Spanish club statement announced. #MUFC
Casemiro will be unveiled in the next few days as new Man Utd signing, all documents are signed.
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🔴 Manchester United announce agreement with Real Madrid to sign Brazil international Casemiro 🇧🇷#UEL https://t.co/8jTl4l897u
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