Manchester United has sent an ultimatum to Antony in the midst of his reluctance to choose an alternative club for Real Betis this summer, according to ABC Sevilla (Page 48).
The Brazilian international spent the second half of last season on loan with Betis. He did it impressive for the Spanish side, scored nine goals and gave five assists of 26 games.
Antony would like to get to the La Liga outfit again, but the Andalusian outfit can only afford a loan agreement. They can contain a purchase option, but that is also not guaranteed.
United is currently not satisfied with Antony’s attitude and have presented an ultimatum.
They have told the winger to accept one of the offers from Turkey or Saudi Arabia, which are worth € 30-40 million this week before the start of the new Premier League season.
Otherwise he could be ‘in the stands until January’, which would strike his world cup.
In the case of an exit of the loan, United Antony wants to work for a new contract after the summer of 2027.
Man Utd makes ruthless decision about the future of Antony
Antony fell out of grace among former manager Erik ten Hag, and his situation did not change under Ruben Amorim despite a new formation and a different playing style.
The 25-year-old was lent to Betis every other year in the year. He performed above expectations in the La Liga outfit with 14 target contributions. He scored some exceptional goals.
His performances have attracted the attention of clubs in Turkey and Saudi. Al-Nassr was recently credited with an interest despite the closing of a deal for Joao Felix from Chelsea.
This is a clear indication that Antony has a lot of lovers. United has the chance to get a reasonable fee for the progress he has made, but the winger blocks the possibility.
The Red Devils have their sights on Brighton & Hove Albion -midfielder Carlos Baleba and may have to pay a high initial amount to convince the seagulls in a deal.
Al-Nassr, for example, could guarantee United with the entire reimbursement for Antony in advance, which of course would stimulate their prospects to land Baleba from the seagulls.
United is the same to be ruthless with the former Ajax man. Antony must go further, or he could rot in the stands, which would hinder his opportunities to make the World Cup.
Betis plays the waiting game to get a late loan for Antony, but United does not have time for this and needs a club that is willing to pay a considerable fee for the Brazilian attacker.
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