Manchester United have missed a key transfer deadline to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid – with the player not being available for selection against Liverpool on Monday night.
Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti confirmed on Friday that the Brazilian central midfielder was leaving the club this summer ahead of his move to Old Trafford. United representatives have held discussions with Madrid chiefs to conclude a deal as swiftly as possible.
United have made a deal for the Madrid star their prime focus after their move for Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot broke down over the Frenchman's wage structure while their summer-long pursuit of Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong has not reached a definitive conclusion.
