Tears flowed down Casemiro’s face as he said goodbye, Ancelotti cried too. Kroos texted me at 4am to see if I was really leaving, says Brazilian

Nothing lasts forever, although it seemed like the Casemiro – Kroos – Modric triangle would play forever. Surprisingly, the youngest of the two is leaving, as Casemiro has been tempted by an offer from Manchester United. He said goodbye to his beloved club in tears.

The passing of a modern icon is never easy. For the fans, the management and the player himself. Casemiro became an unquestionable legend of Real Madrid, winning 18 trophies and playing 336 games.

So on Monday morning, Real Madrid prepared a farewell ceremony with Casemiro, which was very emotional. First, the traditional Florentino Pérez took the floor to thank Casemiro for all his services.

After that, the Brazilian got to speak, only that his departure from Real was so emotional for him that he was overcome with tears before he could speak.

And Casemiro moved more than just himself. His farewell was difficult for everyone in the room, his older daughter Sara also did not hold back her tears.

And if anyone needs proof of why Real Madrid is so successful under Ancelotti, just watch the following video. The experienced coach treats the players like his sons and has a friendly relationship with them, which is why the players are willing to fall for him on the pitch. This is also why Ancelotti could not hold back the tears during Casemiro’s farewell.

“I would like to thank all my teammates, without them nothing would have been possible. But I must especially thank Modric and Kroos. I had an incredible time playing football with them. I will carry the collaboration with them with me all my life, what Ancelotti said about the Bermuda triangle is beautiful. They are my friends, more than just teammates. We had wonderful nights together, but the one I will remember most is the ride in the last Champions League,” Casemiro said at the press conference.

He also revealed how difficult it was to announce his departure to his teammates.

“It was as difficult to announce it to the two of them as it was to the president. Toni sent me a message at four in the morning to see if the speculation was true. I told him if he wasn’t sleeping, let me sleep!” the Brazilian laughed.

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