“Inter Miami and LA Galaxy in the race to sign Casemiro from Man Utd.”

The imminent departure of Casemiro from Manchester United is sparking a high-stakes transfer battle across the Atlantic, with prestigious clubs entering the race for the Brazilian midfielder. The 34-year-old player has already confirmed that he will leave Old Trafford as a free agent this June, thus opening the door for a new adventure in his career.

According to credible sources, such as The Athletic, both Inter Miami and LA Galaxy are actively seeking to secure the veteran’s signature. This potential transfer presents two fascinating options for Casemiro. On one hand, he could reunite with his former rival, Lionel Messi, in Miami. On the other, he could follow in the footsteps of global icons like David Beckham to the vibrant city of Los Angeles.

The need for Inter Miami to have a defensive anchor has become even more pressing with the recent announcement of Sergio Busquets’ retirement. The Herons are in desperate need of a world-class defensive midfielder who can protect the back line, allowing Messi and Luis Suárez to shine in attack. Casemiro and Messi, who have spent years on opposite sides of El Clásico, could now form a formidable veteran spine in sunny Florida.

Currently, Miami occupies third place in the Eastern Conference after five matches, and the ambition to build on the recent success of the MLS Cup is palpable. However, LA Galaxy presents itself as an equally attractive alternative for the five-time Champions League winner. The giants of the Western Conference are experiencing a revitalized campaign and recently advanced to the quarter-finals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

Sources reveal that the Galaxy is exploring ways to “reduce” the contract of forward João Klauss, which could create the necessary space in the squad for the arrival of Casemiro. The possibility of joining the Galaxy would place the Brazilian alongside another European star, Marco Reus, in a team full of talent.

Despite the strong interest from MLS, a move to the United States is still uncertain. According to ESPN, the Saudi club Al Ittihad is also firmly in the running. However, their pursuit is entirely dependent on the future of former Liverpool player Fabinho.

Currently, Casemiro is enjoying a productive season in Manchester, having scored seven goals in 29 appearances under the management of Michael Carrick. Although he feels fully capable of competing in Europe, the growing appeal of the MLS project, especially a potential union with Messi, may be too tempting to ignore. The saga of Casemiro’s transfer promises to be one of the major storylines of the market, with the eyes of the football world fixed on his next decisions.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.