MIDFIELDER Supporters claim that during Liverpool’s 3-0 preseason thrashing of Manchester United, Fabio Carvalho forced Casemiro into an early retirement.

In addition, United’s weak defense has contributed to Erik ten Hag’s mounting headaches. This is United’s second consecutive loss against a Premier League team in the United States.

The Red Devils concluded their preseason trip in South Carolina with a humiliating loss to Arne Slot’s strong team, one week after losing 2-1 to Arsenal.

Carvalho gave Liverpool the lead within the first ten minutes, dashing any hopes of a strong showing from United.

Before the half, Curtis Jones doubled their lead, and following the restart, Kostas Tsimikas completed the scoring.

When they played rivals Manchester City in the Community Shield at Wembley in one week, fans were left stunned and anxious about what might happen.

Particularly displeased with the first goal and Casemiro’s contribution to the build-up were United supporters.

Casemiro staggered as he attempted to pivot and block the shot, but Carvalho swiftly spun around him to enter the penalty area.

For a player who was once among the world’s most formidable defensive midfielders, it was a somber sight.

Casemiro, who had been struggling in the latter weeks of the previous season, was left out of United’s side on the day they defeated Man City 2-1 in the FA Cup final due to an unexpected injury.

And the Old Trafford supporters weren’t slow to vent their annoyance on social media.

Someone stated: “Carvalho sent Casemiro into an early retirement.”

“I am running out of patience with Casemiro,” another wrote. Discover a way to convince him.”

Another stated, “Love him but he shouldn’t be starting for Manchester United anymore.”

Another said: “There’s no question that Casemiro should leave the only problem is we seem to be unable to sell him.”

Casemiro lost control a staggering sixteen times during the ninety minutes, winning only two of his seven duels.

The 32-year-old was on the transfer list at the beginning of the year, but it doesn’t seem probable that he will go because few teams can afford his £350,000 weekly salary.

At £18.2 million a year, he earns more than Marcus Rashford, who makes £15.6 million, making him United’s highest-paid player.

Yoro Leny, the new defensive addition, and Rasmus Hojlund have been ruled out for three months each, meaning they will miss the opening six weeks of the season.

Meanwhile, an Ohio hat-trick by Erling Haaland helped Man City defeat Chelsea 4-2.