Casemiro shirt number confirmed ahead of potential debut as Man United injury list detailed

United confirm Casemiro shirt number

Manchester United have confirmed that new signing Casemiro will don the No.18 shirt following his arrival from Real Madrid earlier this week.

The 30-year-old, who won five Champions League titles during his time in the Spanish capital, has joined United on a four-year deal, with the option to extend his stay by a further year. The Reds have splashed out an initial fee of £60million to land the vastly experienced midfielder.

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His arrival at Old Trafford has significantly strengthened manager Erik ten Hag's squad, not least his midfield options. United have been desperate to add a midfielder to their ranks all summer but were prioritising the signing of Barcelona ace Frenkie de Jong.

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United injury news and potential return dates ahead of Southampton

United forward Anthony Martial has suffered another setback as the club prepare for their Premier League lunchtime kick-off against Southampton on Saturday.

United will travel to the south coast to take on the Saints who come into the game off the back of an impressive win away at Leicester City, after winning in the Carabao Cup midweek.

The game will see Casemiro make his debut, after the Brazilian defensive midfielder signed from Real Madrid earlier this week and was presented to the fans before the Liverpool game.

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