Casemiro: I'm doing what I've always done

• Published date: 14 January 2023
• Publication title: Nigeria - The Nation

Casemiro has been one of the stand-out performers for Manchester United this season. The Brazil international controls matches with his physicality and intelligence on the ball, not to mention his never-say-die attitude and winning mentality.

However, our no.18 says that under Erik ten Hag, he is carrying out the same role as every other club he has been at throughout his career.

In an interview with ICS, the midfield general explained this role, and exactly what our Dutch manager expects of him.

'He's a very intelligent coach,' Casemiro said of Ten Hag. 'He knows what he can ask for from each player. I'd say he doesn't ask me for anything I can't do, obviously I can contribute to the team. The manager makes adjustments of course, but he doesn't ask for anything different from what I've been doing throughout my career.

'Nothing special is requested. Of course, the league and the games themselves allow you to get forward more.

'Everyone, including the manager, knows my role: bring balance to the team, support my team-mates, play between the centre-backs, provide cover for the...