Casemiro completes his move to Manchester United

By Selcuk Bugra Gokalp

ANKARA (AA) - Casemiro officially joined Manchester United, the English Premier League side announced on Monday.

The Brazilian midfielder signed a contract with the Red Devils until June 2026, with an option to extend for a further year.

Real Madrid announced on Friday that they agreed to the 30-year-old's move to the English Premier League club.

Casemiro said: "The opportunity to start a new challenge at Manchester United and in the Premier League is extremely exciting."

"I have worked with many great managers in my career and, having met with Erik and heard his ideas, I can’t wait to work closely with him, his staff and my new team-mates in the coming years," he added.

Casemiro won 18 titles with Real Madrid, including five UEFA Champions League trophies and three Spanish La Liga championships.

He joined the Whites in 2013 and had a one-season loan spell at Portugal's Porto.

Casemiro scored 31 goals and had 29 assists in 336 appearances for Real Madrid.

The experienced defensive midfielder also helped the Brazilian national team win the 2019 Copa America title.

He has amassed 63 international caps for Brazil.