Casemiro offers cryptic update on Man Utd future

Casemiro has warned it is "too soon" to think about his continuation at Manchester United beyond this season.

Now 33 years old, Casemiro has been the subject of plenty of speculation after losing his place in Ruben Amorim's starting lineup, with his wages of over £300,000-per-week a clear concern for a club desperately looking to cut costs.

There was talk of a move to Saudi Arabia in January but nothing ever materialised, but the rumours have continued heading into the summer transfer window.

Casemiro, however, is not entertaining the speculation as he reminded critics that he remains under contract with United until 2026, with an option for a further 12 months.

"It's too soon to talk about next season, but of course I have another year of contract and then an option," he said. "We have important games, and on Sunday we have Arsenal. It's too soon to talk about next season. I'm here, I'm available, with total happiness, and I'm ready for the coach and the club. As everyone knows, I'm a big character for the club."

Having started just seven games under Amorim in all competitions, Casemiro conceded he is keen to find more minutes.

"Of course I want to play, but I always say, and these are my values," he said. "I respect the coach a lot, I respect the club. Every day I go to Carrington or Old Trafford I try to do my best. If a player is on the bench and is happy, that player is not worth anything for any team.

"Of course I want to play, I want to have more minutes, but the coach is the one who makes the decisions, and I have a lot of respect for him and for the club."

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