Casemiro

Carlos Henrique Casimiro, also known as Casemiro, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for the Brazil national team and Premier League side Manchester United. He is regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders of his generation and is renowned for his interceptions and occasional brilliant long shots.

Early Life

Casemiro was born on February 23, 1992, in São José dos Campos, a city located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Growing up, Casemiro developed a passion for football at a young age and began playing for local youth teams in his hometown. He was initially a striker, but he later switched to a defensive midfield position, which would become his signature position on the field.

Casemiro's talent and dedication soon caught the attention of scouts from the Brazilian football club São Paulo FC, and he joined the club's youth academy at the age of 11.

Club Career

Casemiro began his professional club career at São Paulo FC, where he played for four seasons from 2010 to 2013. He made a total of 112 appearances for the club and scored 11 goals during his time there.

In January 2013, Casemiro was loaned to Real Madrid for the remainder of the 2012-13 season. He made his debut for the club in April 2013, in a match against Real Betis, and went on to make a total of six appearances for the club that season.

After his loan spell, Casemiro returned to São Paulo for the 2013-14 season. However, he was again loaned to Real Madrid for the 2014-15 season, and this time the loan was made permanent at the end of the season.

He became an integral part of Real Madrid’s team for the next eight seasons forming a formidable partnership with Toni Kroos and Luka Modric in midfield. He made over 300 appearances and won multiple trophies including five UEFA Champions Leagues, three La Liga titles, and three FIFA Club World Cups.

On August 19, 2022, he joined Manchester United on a four-year contract for a fee of £60 million, plus £10 million in add-ons. On February 26, 2023, he won his first trophy with the club after Manchester United beat Newcastle 2-0 in the final to win the EFL Cup.

International Career

Casemiro made his debut for the Brazilian national team on September 5, 2011, in a friendly match against Argentina. He was just 19 years old at the time and played the full 90 minutes of the match.

He was part of the Brazilian squad that won the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2013, and he was also part of the team that reached the quarterfinals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. He tasted further success with Brazil during the 2019 Copa America, where in the final group stage game against Peru, he scored his first international goal to open a 5–0 victory. He also started in the final against Peru again as Brazil won 3-1.

He also featured in the 2021 Copa America and 2022 FIFA World Cup, however, Brazil failed to win either of the tournament after losing in the final and quarter-finals respectively. To date, he has made 69 appearances for Brazil, scoring six goals.

Records

• With Real Madrid, Casemiro has won five UEFA Champions League titles, making him one of the most successful Brazilian players in the history of the competition.

Awards and Achievements

Personal Life

Casemiro is also known for his philanthropic work. He has been involved in several charitable initiatives throughout his career, including donating money to a children's hospital in his hometown of São José dos Campos and supporting a charity organization that helps disadvantaged children in Madrid.

Net Worth

As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $67.4 million.

Family

Casemiro's parents are also supportive of his football career, and they have been seen attending his matches and events. His father, Geraldo Antônio, was also a football player, and Casemiro has mentioned that his father has been a major influence on his career.

Wife

Casemiro is married to Anna Mariana Ortega, who is a model and a TV presenter. The couple got married in 2014 and has two children together, a son named Enzo and a daughter named Sara.

Houses

During his time at Real Madrid, Casemiro lived in a luxurious apartment complex in the city. The complex reportedly features amenities such as a swimming pool, a gym, and a 24-hour concierge service.