Before this weekend’s match against Southampton, Manchester United has announced the jersey number of their newest acquisition, Casemiro. This summer, the Brazilian international moved from Real Madrid to United for an unknown price.
The Brazilian midfielder will wear the number 18 jersey at the club, according to the Red Devils. Bruno Fernandes, who previously wore the number, is now sporting the number 8 shirt in Juan Mata’s absence. Throughout his stint at Manchester United, Paul Scholes also sported the same shirt number.
Before the match against Southampton, Manchester United officially announced Casemiro’s jersey number on their website.
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Following the conclusion of his transfer from Real Madrid, Casemiro will wear the number. 18 shirt for Manchester United, the team said.
The Brazilian’s arrival was officially announced on Monday night, and he was quickly introduced in front of a boisterous crowd at Old Trafford prior to the team’s 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Premier League.
The five-time Champions League champion worked out with his new teammates for the first time on Thursday, and he will be eligible for Saturday’s game against Southampton at St. Mary’s Stadium.
“There has been a lot of curiosity regarding the jersey number Casemiro will wear for United, but the issue is now settled, and supporters can anticipate seeing him wear No. 18 this season.
The players are scheduled to wear our green third kit in Saturday’s 12:30 BST kickoff on the south coast, so supporters will have to wait to see him in red.