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Meanwhile, Brazilian international midfielder Casemiro will reportedly enliven the competition to become the new captain of Manchester United (MU) next season.

As previously reported, Red Devils coach Erik ten Hag intends to find a new figure to lead the MU squad next season.

Harry Maguire, who previously had the honor of being MU captain, will be removed from office. This follows his less promising performance throughout the 2022/2023 competition.

It cannot be denied, Maguire is no longer the favorite player to fill the Red Devils back line.

The Manchester United tactician prefers to play Lisandro Martinez, Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof and Luke Shaw over the English international.

This situation has threatened Harry Maguire’s position at Old Trafford. It is certain that he will no longer wear the captain’s armband next season, and has begun to be linked with a move from Manchester United.

The name Bruno Fernandes previously emerged as one of the candidates who could potentially replace Harry Maguire’s position as MU captain. Understandably, he does have a stable contribution to the Red Devils, and has been trusted to be captain several times in a number of matches last season.

Even so, it seems that Fernandes will not be the only name being considered to take over Maguire’s position. The Mirror report claims the former Real Madrid star is also likely to solidify his position as a leading figure at Old Trafford.