Official statement from Manchester United on Casemiro's fitness

Manchester United Football Club have given an update on Casemiro's fitness heading into this weekend's league game.

The Red Devils released an official statement on its website on Friday, November 3, 2023, confirming that Casemiro will be out for several weeks. According to the club, the Brazilian suffered an injury during the game against Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup at Old Trafford.

"Casemiro will be out for several weeks due to a hamstring injury suffered during our Carabao Cup defeat to Newcastle United on Wednesday. The Brazilian midfielder was withdrawn at half-time due to the issue, and subsequent assessment has revealed a strain that will keep him out for a number of weeks."

This is the second time the midfielder will be getting injured in less than a month. He had initially picked up an injury during the International break while he was on duty with Brazil.

Manchester United supporters will hope that the Brazilian gets fit very soon before the festive period fixtures.