Casemiro Troubled by Man Utd’s Disheartening Season as Squad Remains Distraught
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has opened up about his difficult season at the club, admitting that it has kept him up at night. The 32-year-old has struggled with injuries and a lack of form, which has contributed to the team’s poor performance this term. With the Red Devils set to miss out on Champions League qualification, pressure is mounting on manager Erik ten Hag.
Recent late heartbreak in matches against Brentford, Chelsea, and Liverpool has only added to Casemiro’s frustrations. Not competing for titles has also taken a toll on the midfielder, who had experienced tremendous success at his previous club Real Madrid, winning three La Liga crowns and five Champions Leagues.
“It’s difficult. This is the point that bothers me most about not fighting for titles – being 20 points behind first place. Sometimes I can’t even sleep to try to think about doing something different. It’s reality,” Casemiro revealed in an interview with ESPN Brazil. “There’s no point in thinking about the title or Champions League places, we need to think about each game. We need to think about the day-to-day, we had the opportunity to score nine points in the last few games and we scored two. We were upset. We have to think game by game and focus on the next match against Bournemouth.”
Despite the team’s struggles, Casemiro remains positive about their recent performance against Liverpool. The match ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, with United responding well after being 1-0 down at halftime. “The game was very fast-paced and well played. A classic. We were playing against one of the leaders of the competition and who is going through a good moment. We responded well,” he said.
However, Casemiro’s future at Manchester United is uncertain. The midfielder, who was signed for £70m in the summer of 2022, could potentially leave the club at the end of this season. New chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe may look to cash in on him, especially with reported interest from Saudi Arabian clubs.
As the season comes to a close, it remains to be seen how Manchester United will address their issues and rebuild for the future. Casemiro’s comments reflect the frustration and disappointment within the squad, but they also highlight the determination to improve and focus on each game as it comes. The upcoming match against Bournemouth will be crucial for United, as they aim to finish the season on a positive note and potentially secure a Europa League spot.
In conclusion, Manchester United’s disheartening season has taken a toll on Casemiro and the entire squad. The team’s struggles with injuries, lack of form, and inability to compete for titles have left them frustrated and searching for answers. As they look ahead to their remaining matches, it is clear that a game-by-game approach is needed to salvage what they can from this season and lay the groundwork for a stronger future.