Shock European giants 'open talks' to sign Antony from Man Utd in 'cut-price' deal

Manchester United winger Antony has been linked with a move to a shock European club.

The 24-year-old has found it tough ever since leaving Dutch side Ajax for Old Trafford in a deal worth a reported fee of €95 million back in the summer of 2022.

During the January transfer window, Antony left United as he joined Spanish La Liga side Real Betis on loan until the end of the 24/25 campaign.

Since moving to Spain, Antony has found a bit of form, having scored twice in three matches so far for Manuel Pellegrini's side.

Antony's long-term future remains uncertain and this week, it was claimed that the winger has been linked with a move to a Champions League club.

Manchester United star Antony linked with shock move to European powerhouse

As reported by Spanish news outlet Fichajes, German Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich have opened talks with United to sign Antony.

It has been suggested that despite paying €95 million to bring him to Old Trafford, United are willing to do business at around €50 million.

The report stated: "Negotiations have begun, and in Munich they look favorably on the arrival of the Brazilian. If he continues to shine at Betis, his signing with Bayern could be finalized in the coming months."

Speaking recently to Give Me Sport, Antony's agent, Junior Pedroso, said: "This [early success] is possible because Antony is so, so happy. He’s really happy, you can feel it on and off the pitch.

"He’s been able to adapt very quickly and that’s absolutely crucial – it means we’ve been able to pick the best option possible."

Antony has found form since joining Real Betis on loan. Image: Getty

He added: "When we started thinking about and planning Antony’s temporary transfer, we knew it would be a short-term project. Our concern would be for him and his family to adapt quickly and to find a style of play that would enhance his characteristics.

"Everyone’s opinion was unanimous. After that, we mapped out the clubs he could play for and we came up with Betis as the ideal destination. Spanish football greatly strengthens Antony’s main technical and physical characteristics. He has more freedom to use all his skills to the advantage of efficiency in attack. That’s why we said yes, and Manchester United approved it too."