Ancelotti revealed why Casemiro is swapping Real Madrid for Manchester United

Carlo Ancelotti has spoken about the reports that place Carlos Henrique Casemiro in the orbit of Manchester United. In front of the media, the Italian coach has done nothing but confirm that the departure of the Brazilian midfielder is imminent, that he is looking for new challenges in his career and that talks with the Premier League club could turn into a definitive agreement in the coming hours.

"It is a subject that I have spoken this morning with him, he wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity," Ancelotti confirmed at a press conference previewing the deal that will be closed this Friday between Real Madrid and Manchester United, in one of the most surprising moves of the summer market.

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"The club and I understand it, because Casemiro, for what he has done at this club and the person he is, we have to respect the desire he has. Now there are negotiations at the moment, nothing is official and he is still a Real Madrid player but it is clear his will to leave. If they find an agreement, we have the resources to replace him," he added.

Ancelotti revealed the conversation he had this morning with Casemiro, the moment when the player told him of his desire not to travel to Vigo. The Italian coach confessed that he did not try to convince the Brazilian, with whom he has a great friendship.

How will Casemiro be replaced at Real Madrid?

The Real Madrid manager has made it clear that there are several options in the squad to fill the gap that Casemiro will leave with his departure to Manchester United, a club where he will be reunited with Cristiano Ronaldo.

"We have good and many players for that position. Like Tchouameni, one of the best midfielders on the market. Also Kroos can play there and Camavinga. We have other players with other characteristics who can play. Tchouameni is more like Casemiro, but also Kroos can play there," he said.