‘I think so’ – Real Betis CEO hints Antony’s loan transfer could be made permanent to end flop’s Man Utd nightmare
REAL BETIS are interested in keeping Manchester United flop Antony for an extra year.
The Brazil winger — on loan at the LaLiga club for the rest of the season with no option to buy — has started well in Spain.
Antony, 24, struggled for game time at United and Betis chief exec Ramon Alcaron – when asked if he could stay permanently said: “Yes, I think so.
“The other day the CEO of United called me.
“We sent them details of the player throughout the week so they can see we’re looking after their asset.
“We have very good chemistry with United and the player, who is happy here.
“It is a possibility that he will continue next season, why not?”
Antony joined United in 2022 following a whopping £86million deal with Ajax.
However, the winger never managed to live up to the bill as he only amassed a mere total of 12 goals and five assists in 96 appearances with Man Utd.
However, the Brazil international has hit the ground running at Betis ever since his loan move last month.
The forward provided an assist on his debut against Athletic Bilbao during a 2-2 draw at the Benito Villamarin.
The ex-Ajax star then scored on his second match at Celta Vigo during a 3-2 loss.
Antony is looking to regain his former goalscoring prowess that led to his blockbuster move to Old Trafford.
The Brazilian burst onto the scene at Ajax where he registered a total of 24 goals and 22 assists in 82 appearances during a two-year stint in Amsterdam.