Football rumours: Saudi Arabia clubs and Galatasaray tempted by Casemiro

Sep 5, 2024 2 min read
Manchester United’s Casemiro is apparently in demand (Nick Potts/PA)
Manchester United’s Casemiro is apparently in demand (Nick Potts/PA)

What the papers say

Galatasaray are keen on a loan deal for midfielder Casemiro but Manchester United would have to cover some of his weekly £300,000 salary, says the Times.

Manchester United v Liverpool – Premier League – Old Trafford
Manchester United’s Casemiro (Nick Potts/PA)

Saudi Pro League clubs also have their eyes on the Brazilian and are understood to be interested in a cut-price move in January, writes iSport.

However, according to the Mail, the 32-year-old plans to reject any interest from other clubs and fight for his place at United.

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Players to watch

Marc Guehi: Newcastle have ended their pursuit of Crystal Palace’s 24-year-old defender to show the club would not be taken advantage of during transfer windows, claims the Telegraph.

Brentford v Crystal Palace – Premier League – Gtech Community Stadium
Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi warming up before kick-off before a Premier League match (John Walton/PA)

Dani Carvajal: The 32-year-old Real Madrid defender says playing in the United States is a real possibility before the end of his playing career, according to the Athletic.

Rodri: Manchester City’s midfielder is wanted by Real Madrid, with the club intending to make their move at the end of the season, writes Spanish publication AS.

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