Troy Deeney calls Man United star Casemiro the ‘flop of the season’
Troy Deeney has really laid into Manchester United this season. He singled out Casemiro as the biggest flop. Deeney’s got some strong opinions, and he’s not the only one thinking along these lines.
United’s campaign under Erik ten Hag has been a proper rollercoaster. They’ve been far from their best, flirting with their worst-ever Premier League finish. There’s a real chance they might miss out on European football altogether as they head into their final game against Brighton. All this has put Ten Hag’s future under a bit of a cloud, with loads of rumours about whether he’s staying or packing his bags.
Now, let’s get into what Deeney’s said. Casemiro was meant to be the rock in United’s midfield, bringing all his experience to guide the team through the rough patches. But according to Deeney, the Brazilian’s fallen well short. Here is what he had to say via The Sun:
“Casemiro. I never expected him to have the legs or to run around everywhere, or to be the best defensive midfielder in the world.”
“What I did expect was for him to use his vast experience and know-how at Manchester United to get them through tough times and to be a consistent presence. “
“‘He has been anything but – and United have suffered massively as a result.”
His performances, especially in that 4-0 drubbing by Crystal Palace, have left a lot of people scratching their heads. Even Jamie Carragher had his say, suggesting Casemiro might be past it at the top level.
To make things worse, Rivaldo’s been advising Casemiro to move on from United after such a poor season. It’s a strong message from a fellow Brazilian legend, showing just how much Casemiro’s stock has dropped.
It’s hard to argue with Deeney when you look at the high hopes everyone had for Casemiro and the reality of his performances. United’s midfield has looked all over the place at times, and Casemiro’s lack of form has been a big factor. The club now faces the easy decision of letting him go and looking for new blood to revitalise the team.
As United gear up for their final game against Brighton, the future’s looking a bit shaky. Whether they secure European football or not, there are some big decisions on the horizon. Casemiro’s fate is just one of many puzzles United need to sort out if they want to bounce back stronger next season. Erik ten Hag also faces a very uncertain future at the club.
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In the meantime, fans and pundits will be watching closely to see how things play out, both on the pitch this weekend and in the boardroom, as the club navigates these choppy waters.
