Casemiro Set to Join Inter Miami on Free Transfer Despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr Pitch

Inter Miami are closing in on the signing of Brazilian midfielder Casemiro, with the 34-year-old reportedly deciding to move to South Florida after negotiations between both parties reached an advanced stage, according to reports. The Herons are said to have been actively pursuing the Manchester United man since March 2026.

The move comes despite considerable competition for Casemiro’s signature. Chicago Fire made a push for the midfielder, while Al Nassr of the Saudi Pro League reportedly offered lucrative financial packages in an attempt to lure him to the Middle East. Cristiano Ronaldo, Casemiro’s former Real Madrid teammate now based in Saudi Arabia, is said to have personally intervened to persuade the Brazilian to join him at Al Nassr — an approach that ultimately proved unsuccessful.

With an agreement in principle reportedly in place, Casemiro is expected to see out the remainder of the current campaign with Manchester United before formally signing a contract with Inter Miami. That deal is anticipated to run through to 2028.

For Inter Miami, landing a five-time UEFA Champions League winner would address a significant void left in their midfield. Sergio Busquets, the Spanish veteran who anchored the club’s engine room, retired from professional football after Inter Miami claimed the 2025 MLS Cup. Casemiro’s profile and pedigree make him a natural candidate to fill that role.

The transfer will bring to a close a four-year chapter at Old Trafford for Casemiro, who joined Manchester United from Real Madrid in the summer of 2022. During his time at the club, he contributed to two domestic cup triumphs — the 2022/23 EFL Cup and the 2023/24 FA Cup — though United’s broader struggles in the Premier League era have been well documented.

Casemiro’s arrival in MLS would follow a well-trodden path for elite European talent. Inter Miami in particular have built a roster around high-profile signings, most notably Lionel Messi, who joined from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023, alongside former Barcelona teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets. The club have since evolved into one of the league’s most watched franchises, both domestically and internationally.

At 34, Casemiro remains an experienced operator at the highest level, though his form at Manchester United has been inconsistent in recent seasons amid the club’s transitional period under various coaching regimes. A move to MLS would allow him to extend his career in a less physically demanding environment while competing for silverware alongside Messi and other established names.

No official announcement has been made by either Manchester United or Inter Miami at the time of publication. The deal remains subject to finalisation, with a formal signing expected once Casemiro’s current commitments in England conclude.