LA Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz revealed Casemiro told him he “only wanted to play for the Galaxy”.
Casemiro joined Inter Miami on a one-year deal following his departure from Manchester United this summer, and has an option to extend his stay with the MLS club until 2029.
The Brazilian spent four years at United, helping them win the EFL Cup and FA Cup during his time at Old Trafford before deciding not to renew his contract.
The 34-year-old made his Miami debut last month in their 1-0 win over CF Montreal, while he scored an own goal in his second appearance – a 2-2 draw with the Columbus Crew last weekend.
The Galaxy reportedly had the discovery rights to Casemiro before reaching a settlement with Miami, though MLS have launched an investigation into the matter.
Speaking to the media, Kuntz said: “It is true that Casemiro called and said that he always wanted to play for Inter Miami.
“It’s also true that came two months after he told us that he only wanted to play for the Galaxy.”
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Miami, who are second in the Eastern Conference, will play in the Leagues Cup before their next MLS game on August 15 against conference leaders Nashville SC.
The Galaxy, who did not qualify for the Leagues Cup, face the Houston Dynamo in their next league match.
