Man Utd expected to sign midfielder on one condition

Manchester United will enter the transfer market for a new midfielder if Casemiro heads for the exit door.

The Brazil international joined the Red Devils from Real Madrid two years ago and he had a superb debut campaign.

However, his performances dipped in his second year at the club. He struggled with injuries as well as his form.

Casemiro was dropped from the starting line-up in the FA Cup final as a result and his future could be elsewhere next term.

United are currently exploring offers to part ways with Casemiro. In case that happens, they will pursue a replacement.

West Ham United's Edson Alvarez has emerged as a leading target for them, but a deal won't be easy to negotiate for the Mexican.

The Hammers only signed Alvarez from Ajax for £35m last summer and they could easily demand over £60m for him.

It remains to be seen whether the Red Devils are prepared to make such an outlay for Alvarez, who worked under Erik ten Hag at Ajax.