Top 6 Brazilian Players in Manchester United History

Old Trafford has welcomed Brazilians from established superstars to raw prospects — some becoming fan favourites, others lasting just a season. Who shone brightest in red?

1. 1
   Casemiro

   Five-time Champions League winner who joined from Real Madrid in 2022, heading the opening goal in the 2023 League Cup final and winning the FA Cup a year later.
   1000pts
2. 2
   Rafael da Silva

   Combative and passionate right-back who made over 160 appearances for United, winning three Premier League titles and becoming a genuine fan favourite at Old Trafford.
   855pts
3. 3
   Fred

   Energetic defensive midfielder who made over 200 appearances for United from 2018 to 2023, his pressing and work rate helping the team reach the 2021 Europa League Final.
   359pts
4. 4
   Matheus Cunha

   Brazil forward signed from Wolves in 2025 who made an instant impact at Old Trafford, scoring 11 Premier League goals as one of United's key attackers.
   245pts
5. 5
   Anderson

   Box-to-box midfielder who joined Manchester United in 2007 as an unknown and became a Champions League winner in his debut season, going on to win four Premier League titles.
   245pts
6. 6
   Antony

   Brazilian winger signed from Ajax for around £85 million in 2022 who won the 2023 League Cup and the 2024 FA Cup during three seasons at Old Trafford.
   245pts

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