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Manchester United 'identify Casemiro as a transfer alternative to Frenkie de Jong' amid their struggle to sign the Barcelona star... but Carlo Ancelotti is 'hoping to keep his star midfielder at Real Madrid this summer'

Manchester United have identified Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro as a potential alternative to Frenkie de Jong, according to Marca.

The Red Devils have pursued a move for de Jong throughout the summer but have been unable to strike a deal with Barcelona for the Netherlands international.

Therefore, United have turned their attention to Madrid midfielder Casemiro in order to solve their long-term engine room issues.

Manchester United have identified Casemiro as a potential alternative to Frenkie de Jong
Erik ten Hag has earmarked a midfielder as a priority before the window closes next month

Erik ten Hag's side have come under plenty of criticism for a lack of midfield resolve in their opening two Premier League defeats to Brentford and Brighton.