Manchester United Slashes Antony's Price Tag Ahead of Summer Transfer

Manchester United have reportedly set a new asking price of £32.58 million for Brazilian winger Antony, as they aim to offload the player in the upcoming transfer window. The move comes after Antony’s resurgence at Real Betis during a loan spell, where he scored nine goals and provided five assists in 26 appearances.

The Red Devils are keen to streamline their squad under manager Ruben Amorim, who has already made his first summer signing with Matheus Cunha from Wolves. The club is also targeting Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo to bolster their attacking options, while seeking a new striker to replace the underperforming Rasmus Hojlund.

Antony, who joined United from Ajax in 2022 for £86.3 million, has struggled to establish himself at Old Trafford. Despite his hefty transfer fee, the 25-year-old has failed to deliver consistently, prompting the club to cut their losses. Reports suggest Antony is willing to take a 30% pay cut to facilitate a permanent move away from Manchester.

Real Betis, where Antony enjoyed a successful loan spell, are interested in retaining the winger but face financial hurdles in meeting United’s asking price. Other clubs, including Bayer Leverkusen and Atletico Madrid, have also been linked with the Brazilian, as they look to capitalize on his availability.

United’s decision to lower Antony’s price tag reflects their urgency to reduce the wage bill, especially after missing out on Champions League football. With Amorim looking to reshape the squad, Antony’s departure appears inevitable as the club aims to rebuild for the upcoming season.

As the summer transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on where Antony lands next, with his recent form in La Liga making him an attractive option for several European clubs.