The Times: Casemillo reversed the weak midfield situation of Manchester United, he is the strongest choice in the back.

December 29-the Times Sports column analyzed Manchester United’s new aid Kasemillo, his arrival reversed the weak situation in Manchester United’s midfield, and Manchester United’s problem in this position has finally been solved.
Casemiro moved to Manchester United from Real Madrid in August for £60 million. Manchester United have lost only twice in his 14 starts, losing the Europa League group stage to Real Sociedad and the Premiership to Aston Villa.
In an interview with Voetbal International, Tenhaher said of Manchester United last season: “the mental resilience is very low, the fighting spirit does not exist.” To do this in the dressing room, you need to have a personality. That’s why it’s so important to bring in Casemilo. ”
The winning mentality that Manchester United need is the mentality that Casemillo developed after winning five Champions League titles. This was evident in Tuesday’s game against Nottingham Forest, when he sprinted to the left-back position, shoveled down Avoniki and launched Manchester United’s second goal.
Teng Hach commented after the 3-0 Nottingham Forest match: “it’s a pleasure to work with him.” The level he brings to this team is huge. ”
In the nine seasons before Tenhaher took over the ​​, Van Gaal chose Carrick and Schweinsteiger in this position, but the results were not satisfactory. Schneiderling and Matic were also mediocre until the arrival of Casemillo, when Manchester United had a strong, aggressive midfielder for the first time in the post-Ferguson era, who could protect the four defenders behind him.
Manchester United conceded only six goals in Casemillo’s eight Premier League starts. The number of times Manchester United’s defence has been tested has been reduced as a result of the influence of Casemillo. When the Brazilian started, de Gea had almost two fewer shots per game.
When Casemiro started, Manchester United conceded an average of 0.75 goals per game, but when he did not start, that number rose to two per game.
However, it is wrong to emphasize his influence purely from a defensive point of view. Like his compatriot and former Manchester City captain Fernandinho, Casemillo’s passing ability has not been sufficiently recognized.
In fact, Casemillo has scored one goal, twice assists and created 11 chances in 12 games this season.
It is fair to say that Manchester United have paid a high price for Kasemilo, but at least for the next few seasons, they know they will have one of the best ball-holding midfielders in their team. No matter in terms of mentality, technical ability or physical quality, there is no better player in his position.