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Real Madrid's Casemiro intent on joining Man United - Carlo Ancelotti

Casemiro wants to join Manchester United, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed, saying the midfielder wants "a new challenge" away from the Bernabeu.

ESPN reported on Thursday that the Brazil international midfielder -- who has won five Champions Leagues and three LaLiga titles in nine years at Madrid -- was considering an offer from United, with a decision imminent.

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Casemiro, 30, is expected to receive a substantial pay increase at United, who have been looking to strengthen their squad after losing the first two games of the Premier League season.