Wolverhampton's struggles have left Manchester United with an opportunity to get their long-time target João Gomes, a report said. If the Brazilian's will to move to Old Trafford in January materialises, the contract extension offer before Casemiro will be shut, the report added.
Casemiro's countryman João Gomes is rated as a cheaper alternative to Brighton's Carlos Baleba and Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson by United. He has been under the club's radar since 2024 as the direct successor of Casemiro. According to the latest report, the midfielder can be acquired for a sum around £40 million, Spanish portal Record claimed.
Five-time Champions League winner from Real Madrid arrived at Old Trafford for around £70 million in 2022. 33-year-old Casemiro’s contract runs out at the end of the current season, but United possess an option to extend it for a further year. But, the club’s board was earlier hesitant to even consider him staying due to the fact that he remains one of the highest-paid players in the side. The midfielder has seen ups and downs during his three-year stint at Old Trafford. However, he has shown more consistency this season for Amorim’s delight, and this has unlocked the door yet again for him, but only if he is willing to accept a pay cut.
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But if the 24-year-old Gomes agrees to come in January, United will be able to offload another high-salaried veteran at the end of the campaign. Manchester United are in the process of getting rid of as many ageing stars as possible in the hope of improving their cost-cutting record and focusing on signing as many promising young bloods. João Gomes has played 10 games in all for the national team to date, and a string of strong shows for a major team could help him improve his chances of getting into Carlo Ancelotti's FIFA World Cup squad.
