Peter Crouch has insisted that he would rather have Casemiro on his team instead of Rodri.
Both players have been vital to their respective sides this season, slotting into defensive midfield regularly.
Rodri’s Manchester City are still competing on three fronts, whilst Casemiro’s Manchester United are challenging for the Europa League and the FA Cup having already secured the Carabao Cup.
The topics sparked debate on BT Sport’s coverage of City’s game against Liverpool on Saturday, with Joleon Lescott and Rio Ferdinand backing the man that plays for their respective former sides.
Crouch, however, as a neutral, stepped into claim Casemiro is the better player.
Peter Crouch has insisted that he would rather have Casemiro (pictured) in his team than Rodri
BT Sport pundits were asked to choose between the two players before Manchester City’s game against Liverpool
Crouch (right) had the deciding vote with both Joleon Lescott (second right) and Rio Ferdinand (left) backing the former teams’ player
‘Casemiro has impacted United, but from a centre-half point of view he (Rodri) prevents a lot of opportunities,’ Lescott said. ‘I would definitely put him over Casemiro.
‘It’s not just my City bias, he is the most adaptable. I think even Sean Dyche would sign Rodri. No social media, low maintenance.’
United legend Ferdinand, however, said: ‘I would take Casemiro because his impact has been huge. He is more than just a player, he is a leader.
Lescott said he would rather have the City man in his side, whilst Ferdinand pointed out the difference Casemiro has made to Man United
‘I’m not saying Rodri isn’t a leader, but what he has won as well elevates him above. Rodri is a fantastic footballer as well. When you watch him live, he stacks up.’
Crouch, formerly of the likes of Liverpool and Tottenham, however, settled the debate.
He said: As the only impartial man in this camp I take Casemiro because of his impact at United.
City hosted Liverpool at the Etihad on Saturday afternoon as they tried to close the gap to leaders Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
source: dailymail.co.uk
