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The saying, “One day you’re cock of the walk, the next a feather duster,” perfectly describes Casemiro’s recent experiences at Manchester United. After an exceptional debut season, his performance has noticeably declined over the past year.

In Erik ten Hag’s first season, Casemiro was key to strengthening United’s defense, helping them secure third place in the Premier League and win the Carabao Cup. However, his performance dropped significantly last season, contributing to the team’s difficulties in both domestic and European competitions.

Casemiro moved to United from Real Madrid in a £70 million transfer in 2022. Given his current form, United should consider selling him during this summer’s transfer window to recover as much of their investment as possible. His performance as a center-back at the end of the season, especially in the 4-0 loss to Crystal Palace, drew significant criticism. Jamie Carragher’s harsh critique on Sky Sports resonated with many United fans, who unusually found common ground with the Liverpool legend.

Casemiro’s defensive errors in that match, including a missed challenge that led to Michael Olise’s first goal and his dispossession leading to the second, highlighted his decline. These struggles emphasized the urgent need for United to find a high-quality replacement for him this summer.

United needs a new No. 6 to pair with Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes. Mainoo has emerged as one of Europe’s top young talents, and Fernandes has been the most prolific chance creator in the Premier League since his arrival in January 2020. A dependable defensive midfielder is the missing piece in United’s midfield lineup.

However, finding an ideal successor to Casemiro is challenging. United’s budget constraints prevent them from spending as freely as in the past, and top defensive midfielders are always in high demand. United probably regrets not signing Declan Rice when they had the chance, and players like Joshua Kimmich are now beyond their reach following their eighth-place league finish.

United might instead consider players Bayern Munich is eyeing. Bayern’s interest in Fulham’s Joao Palhinha offers a potential opening. Palhinha nearly joined Bayern last summer, but the deal fell through. Fulham is willing to sell him for the right price, and United could outbid Bayern, especially if they sell Casemiro to fund the purchase. Palhinha, with proven Premier League experience and available at a reasonable price, would be a wise acquisition for United.

Reports indicate Bayern’s latest bid for Palhinha was around €45 million (£38 million), which United could exceed. If United sells Casemiro, they could reinvest the funds to secure Palhinha. This summer might see one Brazilian midfielder depart United, only to be replaced by another.