Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has confirmed his commitment to the Catalan giants, dashing the hopes of Manchester United and Chelsea, who were reportedly interested in signing him.
The 21-year-old has been in impressive form this season, making 35 appearances for Barcelona and providing six assists.
Casado’s Commitment to Barcelona
In an interview with Beteve, Casado expressed his desire to spend his entire career at Barcelona, stating, “I hope so.
I want to spend my entire career at Barcelona and retire here. It’s my dream, it’s the club I love.”
This commitment is a significant blow to Manchester United and Chelsea, who were reportedly willing to offer £67m for the Spaniard.
Casado’s Rise to Prominence
Casado has made a significant impact at Barcelona this season, scoring once and providing six assists in 35 appearances.
His impressive performances have earned him recognition from Hansi Flick, who has praised his confidence and teamwork.
Casado’s new contract, signed last June, runs until June 2028, and he is viewed as a vital player for the club’s future success.
Competition from Frenkie de Jong
Despite his impressive form, Casado has faced competition from Frenkie de Jong, who has been in excellent form this season.
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Casado has spent time on the bench in recent weeks, but he remains calm and confident, stating, “I’m a young player, and this is my first season in the elite.
Frenkie is a fantastic player and he’s been performing amazingly this season.”
International Recognition
Casado has been named in Spain’s UEFA Nations League squad for their two-legged semi-final against the Netherlands.
He is one of seven Barcelona players to be picked, and he is eager to make an impact, stating, “Being called up to the national team is always something special and it’s every footballer’s dream when they start playing.”
