Manchester United’s summer plans are already beginning to take shape under Ruben Amorim, with several key decisions looming around both incoming and outgoing players.
The Red Devils are focused on strengthening their midfield and attack, while offloading those who are not part of Amorim’s long-term vision.
Speculation continues to swirl around the futures of loanees and fringe players, especially those who have found success away from Old Trafford this season.
One name dominating headlines in Spain is a United winger who was once a marquee signing at Old Trafford, but whose time at the club became defined by inconsistency, criticism, and controversy.
After a frustrating run under both Erik ten Hag and his successor Amorim, the Brazilian winger is thriving in La Liga.
Antony, on loan at Real Betis, has found a new lease on life under Manuel Pellegrini, becoming a crucial figure for the Spanish side in both domestic and European competition.
Since joining the club, he’s scored four goals and provided two assists across 13 matches, quickly becoming a fan favourite and key starter.
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Betis are currently sixth in the La Liga standings and into the quarter-finals of the UEFA Conference League, with Antony playing a major role in that rise.
Speaking to Mundo Deportivo, Real Betis sporting director Manu Fajardo confirmed their intention to keep the 25-year-old beyond this season.
“It’s still early days, but we’ll try in different ways to do everything possible to continue enjoying Antony,” said Fajardo.
Pellegrini has also heaped praise on the player, highlighting his improved maturity and attitude since arriving in Seville.
“If they paid that much money for him, it is because he is a player of great level,” said the Betis boss.
“It is a revenge on himself to show that he is a much more mature player.”
Antony himself admitted earlier this year that he had rediscovered his smile in Spain, making subtle references to his lack of minutes at United.
With United unlikely to reintegrate him next season, a permanent move to Real Betis may be the best outcome for all parties.
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Source: Centred Devils
