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21st August 2022
01:35pm BST
Antony is now the number one priority to sign but the Red Devils have already had two bids for the winger rejected, as per The Times.
Ajax are expecting United to come back with a third offer worth €100m (£84.9m) which could well be enough to tempt the Dutch club into selling.
The 22-year-old told De Telegraaf on Friday that he would be unable to commit to playing for Ajax as he trained away from the rest of the first-team squad in an attempt to force through a move to Old Trafford.
"I can’t [commit]," he said. "Now I am focusing on playing football and I have put all other matters in the hands of my agents and my brother. They will advise me on what is best."
Under the guidance of Ten Hag last season, the Brazilian scored eight times in 23 league games and he reserved lots of praise for his former boss.
"Manchester United will improve at his hand. At his previous clubs, he has proven that his method works," Antony added.
"Erik has been super important to me. I am grateful to him and I will always cheer for Erik after working so closely together. I have not been able to celebrate or cheer for him as he got no points yet. I couldn’t until now anyway and that makes me sad. But knowing Erik, I am convinced that he will turn the tide soon."
United are currently bottom of the table and face arch rivals Liverpool on Monday, with home supporters expected to protest against the Glazer family. Related links:Explore more on these topics:
