Manchester United Surprise Fans by Triggering Extensions for Shaw, Lindelof, and Casemiro
In an unexpected move, Manchester United have activated the one-year contract extensions for Luke Shaw, Victor Lindelof, and Casemiro.
Despite lengthy injury layoffs for both Shaw and Lindelof, and ongoing speculation linking Casemiro with a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League, United’s new manager, Rúben Amorim, and co-owner Jim Ratcliffe have prioritised squad stability as a foundation for rebuilding the team.
Shaw and Lindelof, sidelined for significant parts of the season, had faced uncertainty about their futures at the club, making this announcement somewhat surprising. Casemiro, who struggled for consistent form earlier in the campaign but has regained prominence recently, was widely expected to depart in the upcoming transfer window.
Club insiders indicate the decision aligns with Amorim’s strategy of blending experienced heads with emerging young talents, as United look to regain competitiveness domestically and in Europe.
For more details on the announcement, visit www.theathletic.com/news/2025/april/united-trigger-surprise-contract-extensions-shaw-lindelof-casemiro.
In an unexpected move, Manchester United have activated the one-year contract extensions for Luke Shaw, Victor Lindelof, and Casemiro.
Despite lengthy injury layoffs for both Shaw and Lindelof, and ongoing speculation linking Casemiro with a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League, United’s new manager, Rúben Amorim, and co-owner Jim Ratcliffe have prioritised squad stability as a foundation for rebuilding the team.
Shaw and Lindelof, sidelined for significant parts of the season, had faced uncertainty about their futures at the club, making this announcement somewhat surprising. Casemiro, who struggled for consistent form earlier in the campaign but has regained prominence recently, was widely expected to depart in the upcoming transfer window.
Club insiders indicate the decision aligns with Amorim’s strategy of blending experienced heads with emerging young talents, as United look to regain competitiveness domestically and in Europe.
For more details on the announcement, visit www.theathletic.com/news/2025/april/united-trigger-surprise-contract-extensions-shaw-lindelof-casemiro.
