Manchester United are about to face a real test of how much they have progressed under Erik ten Hag, with star midfielder Casemiro set for three games on the sidelines.
Casemiro received the first straight red card of his senior career during United’s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday. The Brazilian was given his marching orders in the 70th minute after VAR reviewed footage which showed him grabbing Palace midfielder Will Hughes by the neck in a melee.
United had initially indicated that they would appeal against the three-match ban, but Ten Hag has since confirmed the club have decided against such action. This means the team will be without Casemiro for their next three Premier League matches, which come home and away against Leeds and at home to Leicester.
