Antony
The summer transfer window is heating up, and Manchester United’s clear-out is well underway.
After a dismal season that saw the Red Devils finish 15th in the league campaign, INEOS are wasting no time in overhauling Ruben Amorim’s underperforming squad.
Several big-name players are expected to depart Old Trafford, with the club keen to recoup funds for new signings.
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Among those on the chopping block is Brazilian winger Antony, whose £85 million move from Ajax in 2022 now ranks among the worst transfers in Premier League history.
According to BILD, Manchester United have drastically reduced their asking price for the 25-year-old flop, with the club now demanding just €25-30 million (£21-25m) – less than half of what they originally paid.
It was initially reported that United wanted around €40 million if they are to part with the winger permanently.
This sale comes after Antony’s loan spell at Real Betis, where he looked to convince the club to snap him up.
The Brazilian, once considered Erik ten Hag’s golden boy, has seen his stock plummet after managing just 8 goals in 70 appearances for United.
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Bayer Leverkusen have emerged as surprise contenders for Antony’s signature, with the Bundesliga champions reportedly weighing up a move.
While the German club would be taking a gamble, the reduced fee makes the deal far more palatable.
United’s willingness to accept such a significant loss highlights their desperation to offload the underperforming winger and free up wages for new arrivals.
Ten Hag will quietly hope a fresh start at Bayer Leverkusen can finally unlock the potential he once saw in Antony at Ajax.
As INEOS continue their ruthless squad revamp, the message is clear: no player is safe.
Will Leverkusen take the bait? Or will Antony become United’s problem for another season? One thing’s certain – the Red Devils are paying the price for their reckless spending, and this humiliating U-turn proves it.