Casemiro arrives at Old Trafford ahead of Man Utd crunch clash with Liverpool
Incoming Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has arrived at Old Trafford to watch his new side take on Liverpool in one of English football's most heated rivalries.
Video footage released on Twitter showcases the Brazilian powerhouse, 30, being flanked by bodyguards as he makes his way into the 75,000-capacity stadium, where he will be unveiled prior to kick-off.
Flooded by adoring Manchester United supporters hoping to catch a glimpse of their new superstar on their phones, security staff were forced to usher Casemiro into Old Trafford at high speed before the mass gathering was cut off by a gated entrance.
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A tearful Casemiro bid goodbye to Real Madrid after nine years of service earlier today before travelling to the north west to undergo the formalities of a medical and pen his contract with the Red Devils. The five-time Champions League winner is expected to complete his switch in the coming days and could be in line to make his debut at Southampton on Saturday.
Boss Erik ten Hag has made no secret of his desire to boost United's lacklustre midfield, a belief only bolstered by their dismal showings against Brighton and Brentford which left them 20th in the Premier League standings. Defeat against Jurgen Klopp's side would once again return the Red Devils to the foot of the table.
United have agreed an initial eye-watering £60million for the transfer of Casemiro but that could increase by a further £10m depending on additional bonuses. Though it's clear the deep-lying Brazilian is not coming for one final pay-cheque, already stating his desire to aid United to a first Premier League title since the departure of legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
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"I'm really excited, it's a club with great history. I will have to work hard to make a name for myself because there, I have won nothing yet," he told reporters at his Real Madrid farewell ceremony.
"At Manchester United, first of all, what I want is to transmit the way I feel about the club, my respect. Everything I did here I want to do there too. I want to show my fighting spirit, capacity to work hard, professional attitude. I want to work hard every day to show how serious I am about them. I want to win the league there – I know it is an exciting league.
"I am going through one of the best moments of my career. I feel I'm really fit, mentally I feel great, and I want to continue to enjoy my day-to-day and hopefully, I can do that there. I feel like it's a great moment to take this decision."
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