Manchester United’s Casemiro has responded to recent praise for his performances for Brazil in light of Neymar and others, declaring him the best midfielder in the world.
Neymar declared that his international teammate was the best in his position and had been “for a long time”.
Casemiro has been the best midfielder in the world for a long time
– Neymar Jr (@neymarjr) November 28, 2022
The former Real Madrid star was asked what it was like to be the best midfielder in the world after the Seleção’s win over Switzerland.
Casemiro was typically humble, saying: “Well, first, I’m happy to be in this discussion.
“I am happy that people compare me, that I am part of this list and that people remember my name.
“But I leave that criterion to the people, to the journalists, to those who debate about football. I don’t like to put myself in this place or even think that I am.”
You asked and Casemiro answered!
What is it like to be the best midfielder in the world? ????????#MostraTuaForça @itau pic.twitter.com/DetiDEJNXP
– CBF Soccer (@CBF_Futebol) November 27, 2022
The midfielder has been sensational for club and country this season and his humility only proves his incredible level of professionalism.
He is arguably the first top-class specialist defensive midfielder Manchester United have had since Michael Carrick and his impact at Old Trafford has been immense.
Many Red Devils fans have rejoiced in remembering what it looks like when their team actually has a midfield, and Casemiro has been instrumental in that regard.
For now, their focus is on the World Cup in Qatar as Brazil prepares to face Cameroon in their final group game.
Brazil are already safely qualified from the group stage having maintained a 100% record so far in the tournament.
Coach Tite is likely to rotate his team against the African team tonight as he rests the player for the first knockout round, where Casemiro can continue to impress.
