Manchester United midfielder Casemiro is reportedly now closer to a potential transfer away from the club due to the arrival of Ruben Amorim as manager.

A handful of players will become surplus to requirements as a result, while those who are ageing might be at risk of exiting, with Amorim traditionally operating with a younger squad at Sporting. For example, the average age of his back three in Portugal was 21.

Ruud van Nistelrooy urged Manchester United players to get behind new head coach Ruben Amorim before leaving the Old Trafford club following his interim spell as manager, according to the Sun. The

Ruud van Nistelrooy reportedly sent in a final "demand" to Manchester United players after he was ousted upon the arrival of Ruben Amorim.

Ruud van Nistelrooy's exit from Man United was announced just hours after Ruben Amorim arrived in England on Monday.