Man Utd set to make huge loss on Antony as Bayern Leverkusen and Ten Hag given price

Manchester United are set to lose a significant amount on Antony after Erik Ten Hag's Bayern Leverkusen were quoted an asking price.

Ten Hag brought the 25-year-old Brazilian to Old Trafford in the summer of 2022 for an eye-watering £81.3 million from Ajax.

But Antony struggled at United, scoring just 12 goals and registering five assists in 96 appearances across two and a half seasons.

After Ten Hag's sacking in October 2024 and the subsequent appointment of Ruben Amorim, the Brazilian struggled for game time.

This led him to Real Betis on a six-month loan, where he bagged nine goals and got five assists.

Alongside the former Real Madrid star Isco, Antony propelled them to sixth in La Liga to qualify the Europa League as they reached the UEFA Conference League final, which they lost to Chelsea.

Despite a successful loan spell in Spain, United are trying to sell Antony as they raise funds for an overhaul of their forward line.

They have already bought Matheus Cunha for £62.5 million from Wolves and maintain an interest in Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo.

According to BILD in Germany, United will sell Antony for a sum between £21 million and £25 million.

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Is this enough for Man United's books and PSR?

Quite clearly United will be unable to recoup anything close to the £81 million they spent on Antony, but they would still want to balance his amortisation.

As his transfer fee was spread across five seasons when he joined United in 2022, United would need to sell him for £32.5 million to avoid losing money.

Of course if Antony does leave, his wages will also be off United's books.

Carl Anka of The Athletic, has previously reported that Antony earns between £140,000 and £150,000 per week, when United are in the Champions League.

But most United players have a 25% salary reduction built into their contracts for when they fail to qualify.

It means his current wage is most likely between £105,000 and £112,500.

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How have fans reacted to the report?

Many United supporters on X were frustrated at the low price.

@IamBradleyCarl said: "Why do we sell our star players so cheaply yet other clubs' asking prices are insanely high.

@HSSHashim added: "What are these prices? 50% discount if they make the deal before the end of the day?"

Other fans felt Bayer Leverkusen should offer more, with Florian Wirtz likely to join Liverpool for more than £100 million.

"You have money , just fleeced Liverpool £120m for Wirtz .We’re not buying this," @UTDgeezer wrote.