Bruno Fernandes reveals why he wanted Declan Rice at United
Bruno Fernandes reveals why he wanted Declan Rice at United Manchester United are looking for a new defensive midfielder but could have resolved the position had they been a little more proactive five years ago. The Red Devils are preparing to bid farewell to Casemiro, who has been outstanding this season but is set to leave as a free agent this summer. The Brazilian has started all but one game under Michael Carrick, the 0-0 draw against Sunderland last weekend which he missed due to injury.
Casemiro is preparing for an emotional goodbye at Old Trafford on Sunday against Nottingham Forest, which will be his final home game for United. The 34 year old could be pitted against his potential successor at the Theatre of Dreams this weekend, with Elliot Anderson expected to line up for the West Bridgford side. The Englishman is wanted by the Red Devils following his explosive form this campaign, and recent reports suggest he is also open to an Old Trafford move.
INEOS are banking on their rewarding Premier League-proven strategy once again this summer, and Anderson has arguably been the best in his position in the league of late. United, of course, will be looking to rectify a past mistake after failing to sign Declan Rice , who is now running riot at the Emirates. The one that got away?
Rice was making a name for himself at West Ham United when he turned heads at Old Trafford. Amid rumours of Paul Pogba’s exit in the summer of 2021, United were heavily linked with the Englishman. The Red Devils were on the rise under former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and had just finished the previous campaign in second place.
There was a belief that a proven defensive midfielder would have helped the team hit a higher gear, and Rice was the name making the rounds. Rice had reportedly asked his international team-mates Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw about United. The Red Devils, however, invested in Cristiano Ronaldo, Raphael Varane and Jadon Sancho instead that summer.