Manchester United could be the big winners as Real Madrid duo is reunited at Old Trafford
Ahead of Manchester United's 2-1 win against Liverpool, the club brought their new signing Casemiro onto the pitch to introduce him to the match-going fans. The Brazilian has joined from Real Madrid for £60m potentially rising to £70m this summer and has finally addressed their issues at defensive midfield.
By bringing in Casemiro, the club has reunited him with his former Real Madrid teammates Cristiano Ronaldo and more importantly Raphael Varane. And the French defender has already been incredibly complimentary of his former teammate.
Varane said: "I know perfectly his quality. He can bring this balance to the team and his mentality. He's a warrior, so I think he will really enjoy the English football. It was a perfect night for him to meet Old Trafford because the atmosphere was absolutely amazing, and he brings us a victory, so it’s nice.”
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Casemiro has responded in kind, praising both Varane and also his Brazil teammate Fred in his first interview with the club media saying: “He [Raphael Varane] tells me he’s happy. His family is very happy here in Manchester and I feel Manchester United have a great centre-back in him and, as we know."
This is a partnership that needs to flourish for United to succeed this season. While it is impossible for them to reach the highs of the four Champions Leagues they won together at Madrid, they can help Erik ten Hag earn a top-four finish and potentially win the European competition one notch down: the Europa League.
United conceded a record number of goals last season under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick. This and results like the 4-0 loss to Brentford in the second Premier League game of season can not happen