The Brazilian superstar Casemiro says that he almost backed out of his £70 million transfer to Manchester United from Real Madrid after having an emotional conversation with Carlo Ancelotti.
After Carlo Ancelotti left Madrid for United, Casemiro said that Ancelotti sobbed.
Casemiro was second-guessing his decision due to the intense emotions, but it was finally cemented.
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Casemiro has said that he almost backed out of his 2022 deal to join Manchester United after watching Carlo Ancelotti be inconsolable.
The Brazilian midfielder won five Champions League championships with Real Madrid before leaving for £60 million after nine seasons.
Even though he was looking forward to the transfer, Casemiro claims he had second thoughts after seeing Ancelotti, the always composed Senor in charge of Madrid, break down in tears in his office.
It was a Friday, and I had almost finished everything; my signature was the last piece, and I still needed to do my medical exam. On the other hand, Casemiro informed El Chiringuito de Jugones that everything was settled.
I was meant to train, but I couldn’t since the transfer was coming up, so I went to see Mister Ancelotti. Even though everyone knew the transfer was complete, I was still required to be present.
I go to speak with Ancelotti, but he was already aware that I was leaving. When he turned around to face me as I entered his office, I could see that he was inconsolable. Crying, Ancelotti broke down.
‘”Why are you crying?” is what’s going through my mind. No, you mustn’t be inconsolable. Carlo assured me that he loved me deeply and did not want me to go. I had my doubts about the relocation at that same time, but I also realized how much love I had here.
However, I had already promised United this, and my word is more valuable than anything else. However, it was the defining moment.
It’s easy to see why Ancelotti is upset; Casemiro became famous as a top-tier defensive midfielder during his time at Madrid.
He provided a sturdy foundation for their more flair-filled players to thrive and have freedom to wander thanks to his awareness and stability. It was under Ancelotti’s guidance that he won two Champions League championships.
While he shocked everyone in his first campaign with United, he has been erratic so far this season.
He ‘looks like he’s playing in Soccer Aid,’ Jamie Redknapp said of his effort in United’s 2-2 draw with Bournemouth.
The 32-year-old Casemiro recently said that Unied’s tumultuous form has been keeping him up at night.
It’s not easy. This is the part about not trying to win championships that really gets under his skin, he told ESPN Brazil.
With a deficit of twenty points to the lead. There are nights when I can’t even get enough sleep to consider other options. That’s life. Focus on today’s games; worrying about the league or a spot in the Champions League is pointless.
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