With Tears In His Eyes, Casemiro Says Farewell To Real Madrid: Luka Modric And Toni Kroos, I Can't Forget Them

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JAKARTA - Casemiro couldn't hold back his tears as he bid farewell to the players and staff at Real Madrid during a press conference at the Bernabeu Stadium on Monday morning.

Quoted from Sportbible, the atmosphere of the farewell speech was emotional not only for Casemiro but also Carlo Ancelotti. The coach even burst into tears as he embraced the midfielder one last time before the event started.

Casemiro delivered his farewell address as he will soon be introduced as a new Manchester United player ahead of tonight's game against Liverpool. The Brazilian player officially became part of the Red Devils after agreeing a contract deal worth 70 million pounds or IDR 1.2 trillion.

At Old Trafford, Casemiro will wear the number 18 shirt. The 30-year-old is expected to make his long-awaited debut on Saturday, when United face Southampton at St. Mary's.

Casemiro had nine extraordinary years with Los Blancos. He helped this team win 18 trophies.

During the emotional event, Casemiro was in tears as he watched some of his personal highlights from being displayed when presenting the trophy with the European champions.

As translated by the Madrid Xtra Twitter account, the Brazilian player greeted him and briefly told how he first set foot in Madrid.

"Good morning everyone. When my wife and I arrived here no one knew us. It is a new country and here we build our lives and our families," said Casemiro.

“I remember when I first received the call from Real Madrid, I was very excited. When I left Brazil I knew I would play at Castilla, I was very happy because I knew I would learn the values of this club."

Received a good reception since he first arrived and became part of Los Blancos, Casemiro did not forget to express his gratitude to all parties within the club. The Brazilian player did not even forget to mention the names of Luca Modric and Toni Kroos.

"I won a lot of titles but the biggest title was when I came here to train every day," Casemiro explained.

"I want to thank everyone, my mother, my wife, this club, all the players and team-mates. Luka Modric and Toni Kroos... I can't forget them. We won a lot together," he said.

Although he will soon be close to England, Casemiro insists he will never forget to visit Madrid and reminisce about all the love he had felt.

"I believe one day I will return. I want to return all the love they gave me. I am excited to develop at a big club like Manchester United," he said.