Casemiro: I will always be a Red!

The Brazilian is set to leave upon the expiry of his contract, after four years in England.

The five-time Champions League winner emphasised the importance of his time at Old Trafford for him and his family, when thanking supporters for their unrivalled backing over the years.

“It means so much, not just for me, but for all my family,” the Brazilian said, speaking in a video released to confirm the news.

“It is so special and I will always carry this club with me for all my life. I will always be a Manchester United fan, my whole family too.

“In England, I am red, I am Manchester United until death. So all I want to say is: thank you for everything."

Casemiro’s first experience of Old Trafford, when he was unveiled to the crowd shortly after completing his move from Real Madrid, was a memorable one.

The South American emerged from the tunnel to a rapturous reception before an early season win over Liverpool and that’s one of the nights he will cherish most from his time here.

“[On] my presentation, my first day, since I arrived at the airport, everybody, the fans have been very, very warm with me. Not just with me, but with my whole family.

“The day I first came into the stadium the fans were already singing my name and my songs, and I am never going to forget this, of course.”

There are still 16 games remaining for United this season, and supporters will have plenty of time to say their goodbyes before our no.18 leaves in May.

For now though, the 33-year-old has a message for all those who have contributed to his four seasons in a red shirt.

“It isn’t a goodbye, it is just a chapter in my life, I will always be with Manchester United.

“Thank you, thank you everyone that made this time in my life so special, especially the fans. I will never forget my song! Thank you very much.”