Manchester United close to signing Brazilian enforcer

Casemiro is poised to move to the English Premier League from Real Madrid

Manchester United are set to receive a significant boost to their midfield with the arrival of Brazilian international Casemiro from Real Madrid in a deal worth £60 million ($71 million), according to reports.

United are desperate for reinforcements following a dire start to the new Premier League campaign, and Casemiro has been identified as a key man to plug a significant hole in defensive midfield.

United are hoping to complete a deal for the 30-year-old in the coming days and will reportedly pay Real around £50 million (€59/$60 million) in an initial fee, with £8.5 million in add-ons.

It was claimed that Casemiro could be set to double his current £10 million-a-year wage at United, although those reports were later described as wide of the mark, even if the midfielder stands to see a significant salary boost.

According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, United will submit a formal proposal to Real on Friday in the hopes of sealing the deal.

Manchester United will send official bid for Casemiro tonight in order to close the deal on Friday. €60m fee, €10m add-ons - so Real Madrid are expected to accept in the next hours.