The overlooked Casemiro problem Manchester United are having to solve
manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe absence of Casemiro from the Manchester United side has been discussed at length this season. The midfielder is currently serving a four game domestic ban following his red card against Southampton last month.
The Brazilian has missed a host of matches through suspension this season and United have felt the 31-year-old's absence. His from this term has been superb and his ability to screen the backline is crucial to United's set-up.
Scott McTominay has been utilised in that role since the international break but the Scotland international does not have the same ability as Casemiro. Read next: How the United players rated vs Brentford And while his defensive attributes have been sorely missed, ex-United man Danny Higginbotham believes his attacking instincts are also a struggle to replace.
The former Real Madrid man has five goals to his name this term while his talent in the middle of the park contributes to United's forward play.
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