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The image of Manchester United as a "patsy" is well-known, and a recent ESPN report further highlights this portrayal. Allegedly, when Real Madrid learned that Manchester United wanted to buy Casemiro for €70 million, Real Madrid's top brass burst out laughing and deemed it insane.
Casemiro, a player who has helped Real Madrid win numerous championships, undoubtedly possesses undeniable talent. However, as age advances, a player's competitive form may inevitably decline. Therefore, teams are typically hesitant to spend big money on aging players. Yet, Manchester United seems to be an exception.
Manchester United often portrays themselves as "patsies" in the transfer market, frequently paying above-market transfer fees and player salaries to secure signings. Casemiro is another such transfer case. According to ESPN journalist Rodrigo Faez, when Real Madrid's top executives heard that Manchester United was willing to pay €70 million for Casemiro, they found it unbelievable. Consequently, Real Madrid wasted no time in selling Casemiro to Manchester United, fearing that they might withdraw the offer.
Certainly, Casemiro has performed well at Manchester United, but it's a fact that his competitive form is not at its peak. Considering the future, he is unlikely to maintain his peak performance at Manchester United for another three years. Therefore, the €70 million deal is difficult to qualify as a sound transaction. It is reported that Manchester United's new owner intends to sell Casemiro to rebuild the midfield, hoping that Manchester United will take a serious look and have professionals make selections to avoid similar transactions like Casemiro's. Otherwise, Manchester United will find it difficult to improve. |
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