Man United: Leon Goretzka ‘edge’ over Arsenal revealed in race to replace Casemiro
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(Credit: Imago) Sun 15 March 2026 20:00, UK Manchester United may hold a crucial advantage over Arsenal in the race to sign Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka as a replacement for the outgoing Casemiro.The German international is set to leave Bayern Munich on a free transfer at the end of the season, and he has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League in recent weeks. Manchester United’s transfer plans are also set to include a revamp to the spine of their team, with Casemiro set to leave on a free and Bruno Fernandes also facing an uncertain future.
Credit: Imago đŸ”„ Man United Transfer Update đŸ”„ Breaking news on deals in progress, signing scoops, departures, and contract news from the United boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUBMan United’s midfield depth to entice Leon GoretzkaWhile Arsenal have been heavily linked with a move for Goretzka by English sources, United are also thought to be in the race to secure his signature in Germany.
The Old Trafford outfit already know that midfield additions will be a priority due to the fact that they are set to lose Casemiro ahead of next term, and Goretzka could be the perfect replacement. Credit: Breaking Media, FotmobThrow in the fact that Michael Carrick’s men look increasingly likely to earn Champions League football for next season, and it is possible that they could become a more appealing option than the Gunners.Man United have other contenders to replace CasemiroFormer Everton and Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness recently told Football Insider that United made the right decision to let Casemiro leave upon the expiry of his contract this summer.The Scottish businessman revealed that the Red Devils have got both Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson on their radar as potential replacements for the veteran Brazilian.