Tottenham may decide Casemiro's Man Utd future as INEOS set price tag

's stint at might be determined by the team's success in the Europa League. If United, who lead 3-0 against Athletic Bilbao from the semi-final first leg, go on to conquer either Tottenham Hotspur or Bodo/Glimt in the final, they will consequently secure a spot in next season's Champions League.

Champions League qualification would see a 25 per cent salary increase for United players. Casemiro's wages would rise back to £300,000 a week as a result. United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already pinpointed Casemiro as one of the five players who are "overpaid" or "not good enough" while the club contemplates laying off up to 200 additional staff members.

At 33, Casemiro has a year remaining on his contract and has expressed his desire to extend his tenure at United into a fourth year. Ruben Amorim, the head coach, recently revealed that Casemiro seemed to have made him reconsider his plans, fuelled by his commanding performance during the Europa League knockouts.

Nevertheless, United have been canvassing for interested parties for Casemiro over the last year. They are looking for at least £15 million to sell him, to prevent a financial loss under Premier League's profitability and sustainability laws, reports the .

Despite previous interest from clubs in the Saudi Pro League, no deals materialised. United are keen to strengthen their midfield, a department where they lack specialist players. Manuel Ugarte was signed from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, but Amorim's long-term plans for Kobbie Mainoo remain uncertain and Toby Collyer has been sidelined for 29 games this season due to injury.

Christian Eriksen is meanwhile set to be released. If United fail to secure European football next season, they will need a leaner squad. The Red Devils could play as few as 40 matches in the 2025-26 season if they do not qualify for the Champions League.

Ratcliffe would be reluctant to keep the oldest outfield player in the United squad and one of their highest earners, especially when Casemiro has only started 16 Premier League matches this term.

Casemiro, who joined United from Real Madrid for £60m, potentially rising to £70m, has started all five of United's ties and netted the first goal in the 3-0 win over Athletic last week.