Casemiro, however, said he is happy that the team is going in the right direction and constantly improving, saying he is very happy at the club
By Kehinde Okeowo
Manchester United midfielder, Casemiro, has admitted that league leaders, Arsenal, league champions, Manchester City and Liverpool are better than his club.
According to the Brazil international, the three English Premier League (EPL) clubs have an advantage over the Red Devils because their building process began years before that of United.
He said: “When you arrive at a new club, you always dream of making history… especially if we see the greatness of this club. We know the history. But of course, I was aware of needing some time to adapt and of the rivals having a long-term plan before ours, like Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool.”
“They all have managers that have been there for a while and, therefore, they have an advantage. I’m happy with my adaptation here, my teammates and the staff are really helping me… also with the English language, it’s been quite hard but I’m really trying to get better.”
He, however, said he is happy that the team is going in the right direction and constantly improving, saying he is very comfortable at the club.
“Everyone here has been lovely with me and since the first day, I feel at home here. I appreciate all the effort that the club has done to bring me here, John (Murtough, United’s director of football) included. I’m very comfortable at Manchester United, extremely happy to be here and enjoying every moment like a 15-year-old kid! But the most important (thing) is to see the team growing.” he added.
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Casemiro’s importance was underlined by his absence in United’s last league outing, as the yellow card he picked up at Crystal Palace meant he missed the trip to Arsenal.
The Red Devils ended up losing the encounter at the Emirates Stadium 3-2 and pundits believed his absence in the midfield was decisive in the game.
The Brazilian returned for the FA Cup clash against Reading on Saturday night and scored two of United’s three goals, as he highlighted his importance to the team.
