Casemiro joined United in a £70m deal 18 months ago (Picture: Getty)

Former Manchester United star Quinton Fortune has pleaded for the club to keep Casemiro for another season ? but has identified a possible replacement for the Brazilian should he move on.

Casemiro, who is available for Wednesday?s FA Cup clash with Nottingham Forest, arrived in Manchester from Real Madrid in the summer of 2022, playing an integral role in the club?s fourth place finish and Carabao Cup success last season.

But many have questioned United?s long-term planning over his role. The 32-year-old is thought to be United highest earner on £350,000-a-week, having signed a five-year deal at Old Trafford following his £70million move.

His performances have been questioned this campaign with Jamie Carragher among those to suggest ?his legs have gone? during what has been a mixed second season in Manchester.
The Brazil international is expected to be a top summer transfer target for Saudi Pro League clubs but former United midfielder Fortune believes the club should be doing everything they can to keep hold of him.

?Of course, I?d like to see him stay,? Casemiro told Metro.co.uk courtesy of Crypto Casinos.

?Casemiro?s just come back from injury so any player around the world it takes time, some take one or two matches, and he just needs to get back into a rhythm and he just needs to keep playing.

Kimmich could be on the move this summer (Picture: Getty)

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