Arriving at Manchester United last summer for a record fee of 95 million euros from Ajax Amsterdam, Brazilian striker Antony is having a complicated first season in his new jersey. With only 1 assist in 10 matches in all competitions, his offensive contribution is very meager. These poor performances would have pushed Mancunian leaders to already consider a departure of their star recruit in the winter transfer window, according to certain rumors.
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The support of his agent and his determination to win by the end of the season
However, the player’s agent was calm about Antony’s future at United. Questioned by the English press, Junior Pedroso assured that he had not had any discussions with the club about a transfer, whether effective in January or next summer. He added that the Brazilian was fully focused on improving his stats during the remaining four months of competition, aware of having to weigh more in the Mancunian game with his goals and assists.
Man Utd star Antony’s agent opens up on exit plan as ‘£30m replacement identified’: Antony’s agent has spoken out about a potential Man Utd exit. #autoplay_video #manchesterunited #manutdnews https://t.co/XJNFcQ48cC pic.twitter.com/GeWRsQt5xv
— The Hitman Tipster (@hitman_tipster) January 25, 2024
Determined to reverse the trend, Antony hopes to convince with better performances on the pitch and regain the trust of his coach Erik ten Hag, under whose orders he exploded at Ajax. If he manages to regain his offensive success in Amsterdam in the coming weeks, the number 21 of the Red Devils could see his future be long-term in the Manchester jersey. Otherwise, a premature departure remains possible for a club with newfound ambitions. The next matches will tell whether Antony will manage to establish himself permanently at Old Trafford.
