Manchester United are preparing for a major midfield overhaul this summer, with Casemiro set to leave Old Trafford.
The Brazilian will depart after four seasons, having agreed with the club not to extend his contract beyond this campaign.
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United sources confirmed the decision was planned well in advance, allowing recruitment staff to assess long-term replacement options.
Michael Carrick is expected to be consulted, with supporters and club figures already debating the ideal successor.
Several midfielders are admired internally, though cost, experience, and readiness for elite pressure remain key considerations.
United weigh experience, price, and long-term value
Elliot Anderson has emerged as a strong candidate, offering defensive discipline, passing range, and growing experience with England.
The Nottingham Forest midfielder is viewed as stylistically similar to Casemiro, capable of shielding defence while progressing possession.
Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba are also monitored, though both would command significant fees and carry development risks.
Some believe United should think bigger, with Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga mentioned as an ambitious wildcard target, reports Manchester Evening News.
Camavinga’s pedigree suits United’s demands, though Madrid’s stance and cost could make negotiations extremely challenging.
Sporting Lisbon captain Morten Hjulmand remains another alternative, admired for leadership, shooting range, and European experience.
Ultimately, United want a midfielder entering peak years, offering durability, resale value, and authority in high-pressure environments.
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