Antony linked with move to shock Premier League club as Man Utd set 'new asking price' after Real Betis loan

Manchester United flop Antony has been linked with a shock return to the Premier League after impressing on loan at Real Betis.

It's safe to say that Antony's £82million move to United in August 2022 is one of the worst transfers in the club's recent history.

The Brazilian winger has scored just 12 goals in 96 appearances for the Red Devils, leading to manager Ruben Amorim allowing him to go on loan to La Liga side Real Betis in January.

However, Antony appears to have turned things around at the Spanish club, and it's not gone unnoticed by one Premier League side who is reportedly considering making a move to sign him this summer.

Since arriving at Betis in January, Antony has become a fan-favourite, making 19 appearances and scoring six goals while assisting another four.

The loan move appears to have gone perfectly for both Antony and United, who will likely look to sell him this summer.

So much so, that a new report from Metro has claimed that Arsenal are considering making an approach for Antony in the summer, and are prepared to rival offers from Betis who hope to make the winger's stay at the club permanent.

The report adds that Atletico Madrid are also interested in a move for Antony, with United looking to secure at least a £25million to part ways with the 25-year-old.

However, another report from Spanish journalist Marcos Benito, via El Chiringuito TV, elaborated on this transfer fee even further, claiming that United will want between £34m and £42m for Antony in the summer.

With that in mind, it would appear likely that Betis will be priced out a deal for the Brazilian, leaving Arsenal and Atletico Madrid in the driving seat if they can agree terms with Antony.

Antony has become massively popular with Real Betis supporters. (Image: Getty)

But this may prove to be more difficult than they would imagine, as Antony himself has made it clear that it would be his preference to sign a permanent deal with Betis, who see him as somewhat of a cult hero.

"I found myself, I needed to find myself and be happy," Antony told DAZN.

"I needed my family to be happy too. Every day that goes by I see that it was the best decision I could have made.

"I’m enjoying the city, the club and everything. It reminds me a lot of Brazil because of the sun, the food, the people are also very happy. All of that is important for someone like me who is used to it."