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Daniel Orme

Casemiro earns second nickname to underline importance to Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd squad

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has revealed that he has granted Casemiro yet another nickname following his impressive start to life at Old Trafford.

The Brazilian has performed extremely well during his first few months as a Red Devil following a big-money switch from Real Madrid. His introduction into the side as a starter has coincided with a five-match undefeated run in the Premier League - with United conceding just two goals in that time.

Fellow summer arrival and compatriot Antony had previously revealed that the 30-year-old had earned an affectionate nickname due to his eye-catching early displays.

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