Man United legend praises Erik ten Hag for his decision to shift a player from striker to defender, highlighting it as a smart move after a rough beginning to the season, stating other reasons while Erik ten Hag shouldn’t be sacked.

Casemiro had an impressive inaugural season with Manchester United after joining in the summer of 2022. However, since then, the experienced midfielder has struggled to regain the form he showed in his first year.

Last season, his performance was disrupted by injuries, and he found it challenging to maintain consistency under Erik ten Hag.

There was speculation that Casemiro, a former Champions League winner, might leave Old Trafford during the summer transfer window, with Saudi Arabia being a rumored destination. Despite these rumors, no concrete offers materialized for Manchester United’s number 18 shirt.

The 32-year-old had a particularly poor showing in Manchester United’s recent 3-0 defeat against Liverpool. He was substituted at halftime for academy player Toby Collyer after struggling with ball control and covering ground during a frantic first half.

In the wake of the Liverpool loss, former Manchester United captain Roy Keane suggested a tactical shift for Casemiro. On the podcast *Stick to Football*, Keane argued that Casemiro should not be dismissed just yet and could benefit from a change in position.

He proposed that the Brazilian might perform better if deployed further up the pitch, noting Casemiro’s potential for creating opportunities and contributing to set-pieces.

Keane also pointed out that Casemiro’s recent weight loss might be impacting his game. He suggested that while increased fitness is beneficial, excessive emphasis on physical conditioning could diminish a player’s strength and power in midfield.