According to English media reports, Antony will return to La Liga following a standout half-season loan at Real Betis during the 2024/25 campaign, where he contributed 9 goals and 5 assists. Initially, United wanted to sell Antony outright for a substantial fee, but drawn-out negotiations resulted in a one-season loan deal instead.
Betis have agreed to pay £3 million to bring Antony back, with a permanent transfer clause worth £33 million to be triggered in 2026. This brings the total potential value of the deal to £36 million—far less than the £82 million United spent to sign him from Ajax in 2022.
Antony joins a list of players Manchester United are clearing out this summer, including Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, and Tyrell Malacia. Previously, Marcus Rashford was excluded from Amorim’s squad plans, but he secured moves to Aston Villa and now Barcelona.
Signed with high expectations, Antony managed only 12 goals in 96 appearances at Old Trafford before becoming surplus to requirements. Now, the Brazilian star aims to revive his career at Betis and push for a spot in the 2026 World Cup under manager Carlo Ancelotti.
For United, the deal eases their wage bill and frees funds for incoming transfers. Antony has reportedly already packed up his belongings in Manchester, with the official announcement of his Betis move expected later this week.
Sources: Znews
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