Casemiro‘s situation has raised eyebrows, despite him playing a crucial role for Manchester United during the 2025-2026 season, the midfielder has already announced that he will leave the club at the end of the season. Now that the Red Devils are reportedly targeting one $136 million replacement, Casemiro could soon face confrontation Lionel Messi in Major League football.
With the four-year contract he signed in 2022 set to expire in 2026, Casemiro has publicly stated that the 2025-2026 season will be his last season at Manchester United. Several clubs have emerged as potential destinations, but one option has received particular attention, especially for its potential to reignite the rivalry with Messi, a familiar opponent from his Real Madrid days against Barcelona.
According to Daily mail reporters Chris Wheeler and Nathan Salt, the LA Milky Way considering a move for Casemiro once his United contract expires. The report states that the MLS club is prioritizing his signing, although competition is expected from teams in Brazil, Saudi Arabia and Europe.
One of the main reasons why United do not want to renew Casemiro’s contract is his age and significant salary, factors that could also complicate a move to LA Galaxy. Currently, the club’s Designated Player slots are occupied by Riqui Puig, Gabriel Pec and Joseph Paintsil. However, with Puig once again sidelined by a season-ending injuryhe could be placed on the inactive list, creating a slot for the Galaxy to sign the Brazilian midfielder.
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According to The Telegraphby Mike McGrath, Sandro Tonali has emerged as one of Manchester United’s top targets to replace Casemiro. With the veteran midfielder expected to leave, the Red Devils view the former AC Milan star as a good long-term candidate, especially considering he is still only 25 years old.
Sandro Tonali of Newcastle United.
Tonali was linked with a move during the 2026 winter transfer window, with Juventus, Arsenal and Manchester City all reportedly monitoring his situation. However, no deal materialized and the Italian midfielder ultimately stayed at Newcastle United.
Manchester United had already explored midfield reinforcements under former head coach Ruben Amorim earlier this season, with the likes of Carlos Baleba, Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton being discussed internally. Now, under Michael Carrick, the club’s focus has shifted to Tonali. Given the recent precedent – including the transfers of Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo and Declan Rice – Newcastle are expected to demand compensation of around £100 million ($136 million).
Tonali’s agent, Giuseppe Riso, recently spoke about his client’s future in an interview with Tuttosport: “Newcastle are struggling to let go of Sandro and he wants to lead the club to the Champions League. We will evaluate and decide what to do in the summer. These transfer discussions will take place later. We’ll see how the season ends and then we’ll decide what to do.“
Riso also highlighted Tonali’s strong bond with Newcastle, the club that stood by him during his 10-month ban for gambling offences. “There is currently no preference. It’s still early,he added.What we say today may not apply tomorrow. Newcastle couldn’t let him go now and there is no reason to move, especially given Sandro’s attachment to the club..“
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