256 Casemiro

Casemiro, born Carlos Henrique Casimiro on February 23, 1992, in São José dos Campos, Brazil, is a renowned defensive midfielder celebrated for his tactical intelligence and physicality. He began his football journey at São Paulo FC’s youth academy, making his professional debut in 2010. His performances earned him a loan move to Real Madrid in 2013, where he initially played for their B team, Real Madrid Castilla. After a successful loan spell at Porto, Casemiro returned to Real Madrid and became a cornerstone of their midfield alongside Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos.

During his tenure at Real Madrid, Casemiro won five UEFA Champions League titles, three La Liga championships, and numerous other trophies. In 2022, he joined Manchester United, bringing his winning mentality to the Premier League. Internationally, Casemiro has represented Brazil since 2011, winning the Copa América in 2019. His leadership and defensive prowess make him one of football’s elite midfielders.