Manchester United midfielder Casemiro's agent Oscar Ribot has spoken about his client's recent struggles.
The Brazilian has hit the ground running at United since arriving from Real Madrid in the summer.
Leading the team to a Carabao Cup success over Newcastle United, Casemiro has also had disciplinary issue that have resulted in seven total games suspended from Premier League action.
"Taking football away from Case is like taking food from his table, it's like he can't live, can't breathe," Ribot said to The Guardian.
"He wakes up thinking about football and goes to bed thinking about football. He watches hundreds of games: Any team, any league. I've seen him watch Chinese games because there is always some detail.
"He says he won't be a coach, but he will. He's already one in a footballer's body. This month, he's watched everything, calculating the points needed and the days left."