Manchester United have been accused of “devaluing” Antony, while Old Trafford chiefs have set a ‘very high asking price’ for the winger.
The Brazil international joined Man Utd for around £86m during the 2022 summer transfer window and failed to live up to expectations at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils massively overpaid to sign Antony after former boss Erik ten Hag insisted on a reunion with the winger and he fell in the pecking order at the start of this season.
Head coach Ruben Amorim sanctioned Antony’s exit during the winter transfer window, joining La Liga outfit Real Betis on loan until the end of this campaign.
Antony has returned to form for Real Betis, grabbing four goals and four assists in his 12 appearances in all competitions.
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Real Betis sporting director, Manu Fajardo, believes Antony has been “spectacular” after Man Utd “devalued” him.
“Here, we work on ‘devalued players, analysing data from players who have reached very high moments and peaks, but who for various reasons have significantly decreased their performances,” Fajardo said.
“In Antony’s case, he has performed since minute one at Betis.
“The player quickly integrated into the project and has demonstrated spectacular performances since his arrival.”
Real Betis star Isco added: “We hope that Antony will remain at the club, but in football, nothing can be taken for granted. We need to do crowdfunding to bring Antony in!”
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Meanwhile, Antony admits he “experienced bad things” at Man Utd after his “best decision” to join Real Betis.
“Seville reminds me of many things in Brazil: the sun, the food and the people,” Antony said. “It’s very important for people who come from my country.
“I needed to find myself and be happy. Every day that goes by, I think it’s the best decision I could have made.
“I learned a lot of good things at Manchester United , but I also experienced a lot of bad things there.”
A report from Fichajes claims Man Utd have set a ‘very high asking price’ for Antony.
‘Manchester United invested €95 million in his signing in 2022, and although his time in the Premier League hasn’t been what they expected, the English club is unlikely to accept losing too much money on a hypothetical sale.
‘The figures being discussed for a permanent transfer are around €35 or €40 million, an amount that Betis will have to study carefully.
‘The winger’s future will depend on negotiations between both clubs and the player’s own wishes. His desire to remain in Seville is evident, but the final decision will rest with Manchester United and Betis’s financial capacity to afford a move of this magnitude.’