Brazilian legend Rivaldo advised Casemiro and Antony to leave Man United this summer, because he believes his compatriots must leave the Premier League to revive their careers. Manchester United signed Casemiro and Antony in the summer. Summer transfer of 2022. They brought in Casemiro from Real Madrid for 70 million pounds and Antony from Ajax for 85 million pounds. The Brazilian duo have struggled to meet the expectations of Man United fans that come with such large sums of money and have often been criticized.
However, Rivaldo affirmed that they are still the top players with problems in a Man United squad with too many problems. Rivaldo told Betfair: “I still think Man United winger Antony is a shining star. He played in a World Cup for Brazil and is young in his football career.
Antony has many qualities to play football. But now, he is at a team that has been through difficulties for a long time. Therefore, I think Antony should leave England to build a better career for himself.” Rivaldo further advised: “Moving to a team in Spain, Germany or Italy could be fundamental for his career. Antony’s progress. With his skills and sharp football vision, I think Antony would be very suitable for any big team outside the Premier League. It’s good for Antony to go to a club where he plays regularly and aim to return to the Brazilian team. Not now, Antony has the ability to play another World Cup.”
Casemiro’s contract with Man United will expire in 2026 while Antony’s contract lasts until next year. The star who once played for Barcelona said about Casemiro: “As I said, Man United is no longer the strong club like before. They are facing many difficulties, and it is unfair for Casemiro to be criticized for that. First First, Man United must assemble a strong enough squad and then depend on good football players, to compete for titles.
I heard rumors that Casemiro might go to Saudi Arabia. But if he wants to play the World Cup, he has to return to Spain, or move to Italy, and compete at the highest level. I see that Casemiro still has the necessary skills for the big European arena.” Meanwhile, former Man United striker Dwight Yorke spoke more clearly about the fact that Casemiro was bored with his time at Old Trafford. This commentator believes that the Brazilian midfielder wants to leave the club this summer.
Casemiro has made 31 appearances in all competitions for the Red Devils this season, scoring five goals and providing three assists. Although admitting the difficulty of criticizing his juniors, Yorke could not help but talk about Casemiro’s below-expected performances this season: “It’s difficult to criticize Casemiro for what he has achieved in his career. But People expected more from him in a Man United shirt. Actually, this season has not been very good for Casemiro after a very good first year with the club. Moreover, Casemiro is not young anymore I’m fed up with Man United about many things and want a new start at another team next season.”
Man United ranked 8th overall on the Premier League rankings, equal on points with Newcastle United (7th place) and 3 points behind Chelsea (6th place). Ten Hag’s team won the last match 2-0 at Brighton & Hove Albion on the night of May 19. MU still has the FA Cup final against champion Man City on May 25.