The fallout from Manchester United’s turbulent clash with Chelsea shows no signs of easing, with club legend Rio Ferdinand now launching a blistering attack on Casemiro. Speaking after United’s disappointing draw, Ferdinand singled out the Brazilian midfielder as the player who should be shown the door first.
Visibly exasperated in his post-match analysis, Ferdinand didn’t hold back:
“Casemiro should be the very first one out of this club after that red card against Chelsea—no excuses! He looked like he’d never kicked a ball in his life. If United had played without players like him from the start of the season, we’d be near the title race right now. He was pathetic—slow, ineffective, a total liability. Enough is enough—he’s an embarrassment to the shirt and has to go.”
Casemiro under fire
Once regarded as one of United’s most dependable leaders, Casemiro’s form has deteriorated badly this season. His reckless challenge against Chelsea, which earned him a red card, left United undermanned and played a major role in the result slipping away.
Supporters mirrored Ferdinand’s fury online, flooding social media with demands for change. One fan vented:
“Casemiro looks finished. We need energy in midfield, not another burden.”
Another added:
“This isn’t Madrid anymore—he’s too slow and costing us valuable points.”
A bigger problem for Amorim
For manager Ruben Amorim, Casemiro’s decline is just one more headache. Already under scrutiny for his tactics and selections, Amorim now faces growing pressure to revamp the squad. Ferdinand’s stinging comments amplify calls for sweeping changes, with many pundits warning that sticking by ageing stars could sink United’s top-four hopes.
While Casemiro’s pedigree and past achievements remain undisputed, his struggles suggest the Premier League’s tempo may now be beyond him.
Conclusion
Ferdinand has criticized United players before, but his latest tirade captures a growing mood among supporters: the team must evolve or continue to fall further behind rivals.
For Casemiro, his Old Trafford future looks increasingly uncertain. That red card at Chelsea might prove the final straw.
