Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly launched a personal campaign to dissuade his former teammate, Casemiro, from joining Inter Miami when his tenure at Manchester United concludes this summer. According to reports from Marca, the Portuguese superstar is eager to reunite with the Brazilian midfielder in the Saudi Pro League, viewing him as a transformative addition to the Riyadh-based club’s pursuit of major honors.
Casemiro has already confirmed that the current campaign will be his final season at Old Trafford, ending a four-year stint in the Premier League. The Manchester United hierarchy has decided against triggering a contract extension for the 34-year-old, a strategic move primarily motivated by a desire to relinquish his substantial £375,000-a-week salary from their financial records. This impending free agency has put several global clubs on high alert.
While the prospect of joining Lionel Messi in the United States is a significant draw for the veteran midfielder, Ronaldo is banking on their shared history at Real Madrid and Manchester United to influence the decision. The Al-Nassr talisman has allegedly identified Casemiro as the missing piece in the club’s tactical puzzle, believing his defensive mastery is essential for the team to achieve continental dominance.
