At the event at Real Madrid City, where the Brazilian midfielder addressed an emotional farewell to the team he has been with since 2013, members of the Board of Directors were present.
In 336 official matches he played at both home and away venues, Casemiro won 18 championships with Real Madrid and then said goodbye.
Casemiro, 30, is scheduled to arrive in Manchester today and make his official debut at Old Trafford tonight before his new team plays Liverpool, the move wasn’t finished in time for Casemiro to participate against Jürgen Klopp’s team because of visa complications that caused a delay.
Casemiro was given the Real Madrid Gold and Diamond Badge at the event by Real Madrid President Florentino Pérez, who said: “Today we pay tribute to one of our most important players in this wonderful era that Real Madrid is going through. It’s time to thank you for what you have done for Real Madrid during this emotional farewell. You have been an example of commitment and values, giving everything you have until the end with the ultimate dedication.”
Coach Carlo Ancelotti and teammates such as Valverde and Odriozola were also in attendance at the ceremony, and Casemiro began to weep when he was given the opportunity to give his final statement to the Madrid fans and the Board of Directors.
Casemiro expressed his admiration for Los Blancos in his farewell speech, he stated “I was very excited about coming and playing for this club. I joined Castilla and I was thrilled to learn about the values of this club and the youth system, which is the most beautiful thing for me. Thank you very much to the club, which shaped me as a person and a player, and for making me grow. And a big thank you to the fans, who’ve shared magical nights here with me.”
In his final address at the ceremony, the Brazilian international stated emphatically that he would return to the White Angels at the appropriate time, he said “I’m sure that one day I’ll come back here to repay the warmth you’ve shown me and to keep helping the club. All that I’ve learnt here has made me stronger in order to continue my career. Thank you very much, President. This club will continue to have a brilliant present and future with you at the helm and will continue to win. Hala Madrid!”
