Casemiro personally picks his successor at Manchester United. The club's management will have to spend big

Manchester is gearing up for Casemiro's departure.

Details: According to DiarioAS, 34-year-old Manchester United defensive midfielder Casemiro personally recommended 28-year-old Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães as his replacement during a recent meeting with the club's management.

It's reported that Casemiro sees great potential in Guimarães and believes his compatriot has what it takes to become a true Manchester legend.

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Casemiro will leave Manchester United this summer as a free agent, as no new agreement was reached between him and the club.

As for Guimarães, his contract with Newcastle runs until 2028, and his transfer value is estimated by Transfermarkt at 75 million euros.

This season, Guimarães has played 35 matches for Newcastle, scoring 9 goals and providing 7 assists.

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