The real sentiments of Antony towards his former Man United manager Ruben Amorim has been reviled after his loan transfer to Real Betis. The £86m winger faces difficulties at Man United yet maintains optimism about restarting his Old Trafford journey with the Portuguese coach. His departure seems to have put an end to his career at Man United but Real Betis has also seems to fail to obtain a purchase option which keeps the possibility of his return at Man United open. Junior Pedroso disclosed that Antony maintains significant respect for Amorim while expressing his desire to demonstrate his abilities. Antony’s performance of two goals across three Real Betis matches fuels his hope to alter his Man United destiny.
Antony’s Future At Man United Hangs In The Balance
The path of Antony’s career with Man United is still uncertain as his future depends on upcoming decisions from both the club and himself. Junior Pedroso, the agent representing the Brazilian player, confirmed that Antony’s respect for Amorim while stating that a loan transfer became essential. He stated that “Antony respects Amorim a lot, for sure. But we understood in January that his moment at the club was not good, so Manchester United also understood that leaving on loan was the best way for Antony to recover his best form.” With only one league goal since April 2023, Antony has scored only 12 times in 96 Man United games under contract till 2027 and earning £120,000 per week. Pedroso told GiveMeSport also that although Premier League and Saudi teams were interested, Antony chose Real Betis as “the ideal destination.”
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Antony’s Preference For Real Betis Sparks Talks Of A Potential Permanent Move
Junior Pedroso said that Antony choose a transfer to Real Betis over chances to stay in the Premier League. He stated that “I can tell you that clubs from England also wanted Antony, he had the chance to stay in the Premier League, but we preferred Real Betis,” Pedroso also talked about the interest from Saudi Pro League clubs but highlighted that “Spain was the best possible for the player.” He said that Spanish football helps Anthony strengthen his skills as well as gives him the freedom to really use his attacking ability. Though Real Betis’ loan arrangement lacks a purchase clause, team CEO Ramón Alarcón suggested a possible long-term transfer. Chatting to Radio Sevilla of Cadena Ser, he verified talks with Man United.“ There is very good chemistry with Manchester [United] and with the player. It is a possibility that he will continue next season, why not?”
