Manchester United is keenly awaiting the return of Casemiro, a central figure since his transfer from Real Madrid in August 2022. According to reports from Samuel Luckhurst of Manchester Evening News, Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez, Harry Maguire, and Mason Mount are expected to play again on January 27 in a significant FA Cup match against either Eastleigh or Newport County.
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Casemiro’s absence due to a hamstring injury since November has notably impacted Manchester United’s season. The team has struggled without him, casting doubts on their ability to secure a top-four finish.
🔴 Ten Hag on Casemiro and Lisandro: “They are a long time back on the grass already, but now they have returned to team training”.
“Not fully but partial, and now they have to make the next steps that, of course, takes some days… I think even weeks”. pic.twitter.com/Rs0crcss7b
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 7, 2024
Despite his impressive contribution last season with seven goals and six assists in 51 games, there’s been concern about his form this season, where he’s scored four goals and made one assist in 12 games. This has led to rumors about his potential move.
Casemiro’s possible move to Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, reuniting with former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, is one of the circulating rumors. However, his return to the field for Manchester United is crucial. His absence, along with injuries to Martinez and Maguire, has significantly affected the team’s performance, underlining his importance to the club’s success and stability in the ongoing season.