Manchester United supporters are hopeful that the club’s chase for Frenkie de Jong is not yet over given the No.21 is set to remain vacant amid Casemiro's impending arrival.
Although he was not one of Erik ten Hag's original targets, Casemiro could be the defensive midfielder United have needed for years.
A Spanish journalist on Twitter said Casemiro will wear the No.18 at United. The number was vacated by Bruno Fernandes in July, who took the No.8 following the exit of Juan Mata.
Other former United players to have worn the No.18 include Paul Scholes and Ashley Young. READ MORE:Erik ten Hag makes admission on midfield amid Casemiro transfer The discussion on some United fans’ lips is around the number Casemiro is not set to take up.
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