Another Real Madrid legend reportedly set to link up with Casemiro at Manchester United

Toni Kroos formed a special partnership with Luka Modric and Casemiro at Real Madrid. (Photo Credit: Imago)

Another Real Madrid legend reportedly set to link up with Casemiro at Manchester United

Izuchukwu Akawor 16:49 - 30.10.2023

Brazilian midfielder Casemiro could be reunited with a former teammate from Real Madrid at Premier League side, Manchester United.

The rumour mill is buzzing again as another Real Madrid legend could be on his way to Premier League giants, Manchester United. 

This potential transfer would see the iconic Red Devils midfielder, Casemiro, reunite with a former Real Madrid teammate, Toni Kroos, adding even more star power to the Manchester club.

Real Madrid legend on the move

Per a report from the Sun, Manchester United are one of six Premier League clubs looking the sign the German midfield maestro.

Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has been at Real Madrid since 2014. (Photo Credit: Imago)

Kroos’ potential addition to the Reds could send shockwaves around the world, following in the footsteps of former teammates at Los Blancos, Casemiro.

The 33-year-old is said to be looking to continue his career in the English Premier League should he fail to reach an agreement with Real for a new contract.

Five times winners Toni Kroos, Casemiro and Luka Modric of Real Madrid pose with the trophy following the 1-0 victory in the UEFA Champions League match at Stade de France, Paris on May 28, 2022

Kroos is out of contract next summer and fancies a move to the Premier League. The midfielder could be available as early as January 2024, if both parties fail to have talks on a new deal.

The Los Blancos legend wants to remain in a top league, playing in the Champions League, which has seen his agent reach out to some of the best clubs in the Premier League who can offer the midfielder this.

Toni Kroos of Real Madrid CF thanks supporters for standing during a match between Real Madrid v Cadiz CF as part of La Liga in Madrid, Spain, on November 10, 2022.

Tottenham, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea are some of the clubs said to have received words from Kroos’ camp for a potential move.

Kroos at Real Madrid

Since he joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2014, the midfield star has played a pivotal role in the club’s incredible successes on the pitch.

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Kroos has won 19 major titles with Real Madrid, including four Champions League titles. He has made 430 appearances and scored 28 goals with 92 assists to his name. 

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