Manchester United's move to bring Casemiro to Old Trafford last summer was scoffed at by some, with critics claiming the £60million fee paid to Real Madrid was way too much for a player who turned 30 earlier that year.
Casemiro soon put to bed any doubts over his ability to keep pace in the Premier League, with the Brazilian's fine form helping United secure the return of Champions League football.
But are those who predicted that the former Real man would struggle to maintain his performance levels finally being proved right? ALSO READ: Man United player ratings vs Crystal Palace READ MORE: Ten Hag claims Mejbri has sent a message to teammates Casemiro struggled against Crystal Palace, making several wayward passes and being bossed out of the game by Will Hughes and Cheick Doucoure.
Erik ten Hag needs leaders in the dressing room to weather this early-season storm and few can garner respect like Casemiro.
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