Red Devils Ready to Accept Major Loss on £86m Flop as European Clubs Circle
In a stunning twist ahead of the summer transfer window, Manchester United have dramatically reduced their asking price for misfit winger Antony – with the Brazilian now available for just £20-30 million.
The 25-year-old, who became one of United’s most expensive signings at £86 million in 2022, has rebuilt his reputation during a productive loan spell at Real Betis. His standout performances helped the Spanish side reach the Europa Conference League final, including a spectacular semi-final strike against Fiorentina that had fans dreaming of European glory.
Despite this resurgence, United appear ready to cut their losses. Football Insider reports the club has accepted they’ll never recoup their initial investment, with Atletico Madrid showing interest and Betis hoping to extend his stay in Seville.
Betis president Angel Haro admitted keeping Antony would be “very, very complicated” but revealed plans to discuss another loan deal with United: “We’ll meet to discuss extending the loan or potentially sharing ownership of the player,” Haro said. “But first we need United’s approval – and right now Antony is completely focused on winning a trophy with us.”
In a potential historic twist, both Antony and his parent club could lift European trophies in the same season – an unprecedented scenario that would add another bizarre chapter to one of football’s most puzzling transfer sagas.
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