Madrids announcement (note that bold bit for those saying he is past it and ‘decent’):
“Real Madrid CF and Manchester United have agreed on the transfer of the player Carlos Henrique Casemiro.
Real Madrid would like to express its gratitude and affection for Casemiro, a player who is already part of the legend of this club.
Since he arrived in January 2013 to play for Castilla, at the age of 20, Casemiro has been one of the most transcendental players in one of the most important and successful periods in our history. During this time in which he has defended the shirt and shield of Real Madrid, he has won 18 titles: 5 European Cups, 3 Club World Cups, 3 European Super Cups, 3 Leagues, 1 Copa del Rey and 3 Spanish Super Cups. On an individual basis, he was named Best Player in the final of the European Super Cup won a few days ago in Helsinki and has been nominated for the 2022 Ballon d'Or.
In addition to this brilliant record, Casemiro will always represent the values of our club. An exemplary player who has given everything for Real Madrid.”
Real Madrid is and will always be his home, and he wishes him and his whole family the best of luck in this new stage of his life.
Next Monday, August 22, at 11:30 a.m., an institutional act of homage and farewell to Casemiro will take place at Real Madrid City, with the presence of our president Florentino Pérez.
Following this act, Casemiro will appear before the media in the press room at Real Madrid City.