Manchester United attacker Antony is reportedly expected to seal a return to Spanish side Real Betis.
The Brazilian spent the second half of last season on loan with Manuel Pellegrini's charges after being deemed surplus to requirements by Man United head coach Ruben Amorim.
Antony revived his career with the Andalusian club, scoring nine goals and providing five assists in 26 competitive appearances.
The winger has since returned to Man United, where he has been working away from the first team with other players Amorim wants to offload before the transfer deadline.
In addition to Antony, Man United's so-called 'bomb squad' includes Jadon Sancho, Tyrell Malacia and Chelsea-linked Alejandro Garnacho.
Real Betis' Antony on May 27, 2025
Antony closing in on Man United exit
Antony has been holding out for a return to Betis throughout the summer, and it now seems that the 25-year-old will get his wish.
According to The Sun, Man United are in advanced negotiations with the Spanish side over a second loan deal.
The Red Devils were initially looking to offload Antony on a permanent transfer, but they are willing to adjust their stance in the closing stages of the market.
Betis will pay £3m to re-sign the attacker on a season-long loan deal, although there will not be a repeat of his Man United return next summer.
That is because the proposed deal includes an obligation to buy, which will see Betis pay around £33m to sign him on a permanent transfer in 2026.
On loan Manchester United winger Antony during Real Betis' game against Vitoria Guimaraes, on March 6, 2025
Betis move to aid Antony's World Cup ambitions
After enjoying his time at Betis earlier this year, Antony probably recognises that it is the ideal place for him to showcase his best form in a World Cup year.
Antony has not played for Brazil since March 2023 and has not made Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil squad for next month's World Cup qualifiers.
However, if he can enjoy a successful season with Betis, Antony could put himself in a position to represent Brazil in back-to-back World Cups.
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