Brazilian international Antony Matheus, the Manchester United striker, has received an offer from a Spanish club, making him a potential candidate to leave the “Red Devils” in the current January transfer window.
Antony’s start at Manchester United has not met expectations. Despite joining for a fee close to 100 million euros, the player has struggled to justify the high price tag. His performances have lacked consistency, and both fans and critics have frequently criticized his level of play.
Antony is in demand in La Liga
According to the French network “Football 365,” Real Betis is interested in signing the Brazilian winger on loan for the second half of the 2024-25 season.
The report notes that Manchester United would prefer to sell Antony permanently to reduce his salary burden and recover part of his transfer fee. However, a loan deal could also be an option to increase his market value, as the club looks to minimize the financial losses from one of its most expensive signings.
Real Betis, who have struggled offensively this season, view Antony as a potential solution to strengthen their attack. The Andalusian club is seeking a player who can quickly contribute in the wing position. While a loan move seems the most likely, a permanent transfer could be possible if Manchester United agrees to lower its financial demands.
Is a farewell near?
After just 18 months at Manchester United, Antony has gone from being a key player under Ten Hag to one who is no longer in the manager’s plans due to inconsistent performances and a lack of impact on the team’s results.
A move to La Liga may offer Antony a fresh opportunity to regain his confidence and prominence in European football. Thus, the upcoming winter transfer window will be critical for the Brazilian, as it could mark a new chapter in his career in Spain.
This season, the Brazilian winger has scored only one goal, in the English Professional League Cup, and has featured in 12 matches across various competitions, totaling 356 minutes. Over the course of his career at Manchester United, Antony has played 94 matches, scoring 12 goals, providing five assists, and winning both the English Football Association Cup and the English Professional League Cup.
