Betis acquires Brazilian Antony from Manchester United

Real Betis Signs Antony on Loan

• Transfer Details: Real Betis has secured the signing of Brazilian winger Antony on a five-year loan deal from Manchester United, following a successful loan period at Betis last season. The reported transfer fee is around 25 million euros ($29.3 million), although the exact amount has not been officially confirmed.

• Financial Terms: British media sources indicate that the fee may include performance-related add-ons, and Manchester United retains a 50% sell-on clause for any future transfer involving Antony.

Antony's Performance and Background

• Previous Success: During his loan at Betis, Antony made a significant impact, scoring nine goals and providing six assists in 26 appearances. His contributions were pivotal in helping the club qualify for European competitions and reach the UEFA Conference League final.

• Struggles at Manchester United: Antony's time at Manchester United was marked by disappointment, as he managed only 12 goals in 96 matches since his high-profile transfer from Ajax for 95 million euros in 2022. His performance notably declined after a promising first season.

Transfer Negotiation Challenges

• Contract Issues: The announcement of Antony's transfer faced complications due to a reported dispute over his salary reduction when moving to Spain, which led to initial claims that the deal was off. However, the transfer was ultimately completed.