According to reports, Manchester United is close to making their first major signing of the summer.
It’s not Frenkie de Jong, but Antony, an Ajax winger who won two Eredivisie titles with Erik ten Hag.
Manchester United officials have traveled to Amsterdam on Tuesday to finalize a £40 million deal for the Brazil international, according to the Sun.
According to Neil Custis, Ten Hag wants his former player to begin his rebuilding at Old Trafford in order to resurrect the Red Devils.
After a poor sixth-place finish in the Premier League last season, the Dutchman will be charged with leading United back into the Champions League, but the team must first compete in the Europa League.
If Antony left this summer, Ajax will have a difficult time replacing him. In 33 games in all competitions, the 22-year-old scored 12 goals and added 10 assists.
It may appear ridiculous that we must wait for Frenkie de Jong before investigating other options, but this is a clear indication that Ten Hag lacks the financial means to pursue other options.
