Transfer: Antony Reveals Champions League Club He Rejected Before Leaving Man Utd Permanently
Antony spent over 40 days isolated from Manchester United's first team before a £21 million permanent transfer to Real Betis, where he scored nine goals and five assists last season.
- Antony has completed a permanent transfer to Real Betis for a fee of £22 million, with potential bonuses of £3 million, as reported by ESPN.
- Antony expressed his emotional journey, stating, "What happened in Manchester, only I know how difficult it was," during his unveiling at Betis.
- He struggled at Manchester United, contributing to only 17 goals in 96 appearances, and spent the last season on loan at Betis, where he excelled.
- Antony emphasized his desire to return to Betis, saying, "Here, I have had good feelings and felt lots of affection. It was always my first choice.
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Brazilian star Antony has admitted that he rejected a lucrative offer from German club Bayern Munich in order to fulfill his desire to return to Real Betis, in a deal completed on the final day of the summer transfer window...
Transfer: Antony reveals Champions League club he rejected before leaving Man Utd permanently
Brazilian international, Antony, has revealed that he rejected a late approach from Champions League club Bayern Munich before leaving Manchester United on a permanent transfer. Recall that Antony left Man United permanently on transfer deadline day to join Real Betis. Betis agreed a £21.65 million permanent deal with the Red Devils to secure the player’s signature. Antony had spent the second half of last season on loan at the Spanish club afte…
Brazilian winger Antony was considered one of the most promising footballers in the world a few years ago, but he quickly became a target of ridicule after moving to Manchester United. Last year, he tried to revive his career with Spanish side Betis, where he immediately impressed. So it was no surprise that he finally moved to the green and whites a few days ago. It is much more surprising that Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in him.
Antony has spoken emotionally after his return to Betis Sevilla. Until the deadline day, the Brazilian had to wait until his wish to switch to the Spanish club was fulfilled. Already in the second round of the last season, the 25-year-old from Manchester United was loaned to Betis. At his performance, Antony also talks about his difficult time at United.
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