Antony

An 'understanding' could help Man Utd sign Cody Gakpo after seeing Ajax close the door on Antony, while Tottenham are closing in on arrival number eight.

However, a club the size of Real Madrid have deep pockets and an even deeper squad. PSV are currently at the play-off round stage in qualification and drew 2-2 in the first leg of their tie with Rangers on Wednesday. Phillips is out of contract next summer and all the signs point towards Blackburn cashing in. The Amsterdam club have already sold several key players this summer and are understandably keen to draw a line in the sand. Indeed, since his English debut, Guimaraes leads all Premier League players regardless of position in successful tackles, duels won and fouls won. He cost around £40m, though wasted little time in making that price look a snip. The second leg takes place on Wednesday, August 24. Instead, a move for fellow Eredivisie stand-out, Cody Gakpo, is now their focus. [according to the Daily Mail](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11119533/Tottenham-verge-signing-Blackburn-Rovers-teen-sensation-Ashley-Phillips.html), it is Spurs who are best positioned to win the race. [added his take](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1560373135878283271) to the story, claiming Gakpo has personally been put forward as a target by Erik ten Hag. [ per the Athletic](https://theathletic.com/3520465/2022/08/18/manchester-united-antony-ajax/), United have lodged a huge £67.6m bid for Ajax ace Antony. [rapidly progressing pursuit of Casemiro](https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/casemiro-man-utd-agree-personal-terms-real-madrid-superstar-four-factors-ten-hag-early-blow-liverpool), United have irons in the fire on other fronts too.

Manchester United have had a £67 million bid rejected for Ajax's Antony, and will turn their attention to PSV's Cody Gakpo.

An element that may benefit the Manchester side in negotiations with PSV is that they have “a very good relationship with his [Gakpo’s] agents”. Van Nistelrooy was The striker has since lifted the Johan Cruyff Shield with his side. They won the Eredivisie twice in consecutive seasons, as well as the KNVB Cup. He also contributed a goal and an assist as his side cruised to a 6-1 win at the Johan Cruyff Arena. Read more:

Manchester United may still struggle to sign Ajax winger Antony this summer after reviving their interest, according to journalist Dean Jones.

[News Now - Sport News](https://www.newsnow.co.uk/h/Sport) [three occasions](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/cody-gakpo/leistungsdaten/spieler/434675) in his opening six outings, setting up a further four strikes. [21 goals and 15 assists](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/cody-gakpo/leistungsdaten/spieler/434675/plus/0?saison=2021) in 46 appearances across all competitions, firing his current side to the Dutch Cup. And obviously, a lot of other wide forwards have been linked now.” He said: “I’m not convinced about Antony. [GOAL](https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-utd-antony-asking-price-winger-ajax/blt2a9739d0a717ba2d) revealed that United had offered €60 million (£51m) for Antony but the Ajax hierarchy were holding out for a fee closer to €80m (£68m).

Not only are the Red Devils progressing in their offer to sign Real Madrid defensive midfielder Casemiro, but according to leading transfer expert Fabrizio ...

Since joining Ajax from Sao Paulo back in 2020, Antony, who has three years left on his deal, has gone on to feature in 82 matches, in all competitions, directly contributing to 46 goals along the way. Although talks for the South American appeared to hit a bit of a roadblock, according to Romano, the Red Devils are not ready to throw the towel in, just yet. Not only are the Red Devils progressing in their offer to sign Real Madrid defensive midfielder Casemiro, but according to leading transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, another player the 20-time league winners are hell-bent on landing is Ajax winger Antony.

Manchester United news: Cody Gakpo and Antony both remain as options for Man Utd as they look to bolster their attacking department.

Man Utd hosts Liverpool in their game in the English top-flight. Despite their interest in the Brazilian winger, Man Utd have not been able to sign the 22-year-old. Red Devils traveled to Gtech Community Stadium for their second match of the league season. Man Utd have acquired the services of Christian Eriksen on a free transfer. Pascal Gross’ brace in the first half proved enough for Brighton to take home all three points. Ten Hag, who was at Ajax before Man Utd came calling, knows Gakpo very well from his time in the Eredivisie.

Tier 1 Dutch journalist Mike Verweij has tweeted this afternoon that the player is at Ajax's training ground today but has not taken part in training. Whilst ...

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Erik ten Hag has made no secret of his desire to be reunited with the 22-year-old who played a key role in Ajax's Eredivisie title success last season. United ...

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Man Utd have had a fresh bid for Ajax star Antony rejected and the Brazilian forward missed training with the Dutch club in the aftermath as Erik ten Hag ...

Madrid have accepted their £60million offer for five-time [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) winner Casemiro and the Brazilian is expected to seal a five-year contract worth £350,000-a-week in the coming days. Now, with United deciding whether to increase their bid, Antony has tried to force the issue by taking action of his own. Sources in Amsterdam believe it is now only a matter of time before Ajax relent and allow the 23-year-old his dream move to United. He has to discuss this with my agents, I’m focused on here. He told NOS: “Will Ten Hag call me? His advisers arrived in Holland from South America earlier this week after United informed them they were ready to launch an official bid.

Ajax winger Antony is claimed to have skipped training at the club amid a big money bid from Manchester United, but the Dutch giants are not commenting.

It remains to be seen whether Antony features in the starting eleven when Ajax take on Sparta Rotterdam on Sunday. According to Dutch daily De Telegraaf, the winger reported at Ajax’s base on Friday but did not participate in training. The Dutch champions do not want to sell but further fuel to the fire of speculation has been added on Friday.

Manchester United have had several bids turned down by Ajax for Antony this summer. The latest one was believed to be worth €80 million, so it doesn't ...

It’s a funny one but I can’t say I am surprised if Ajax really rejected an offer worth €80m. This could be nothing, but it could also be an attempt from Antony to force a move. [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1560599224009498624?s=20&t=0KBAzVtdkPgG9qMNnBn82g) this evening suggested United will not give up on Antony this summer because there is belief that he is keen on the transfer, as he looks to link up with his former manager Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.

Ajax winger Antony has not turned up at training on Friday, the day after Man Utd had a bid turned down for him, according to reports.

“Last season Bergwijn was four times in the starting lineup at Tottenham Hotspur and that is not even a top club in England. He’s on the couch.” Not all the rest. Ajax turned down new bid but Man Utd plan to try again – they feel Antony really wants the move. Does it extend beyond the Eredivisie? [Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti confirmed](https://www.football365.com/news/ancelotti-confirms-casemiro-leave-real-madrid-transfer-man-utd-liverpool-deadline) that he wanted to leave Los Blancos for Old Trafford.

Antony emerged on Erik ten Hag's radar almost as soon as the Dutchman took over at Manchester United. The Brazilian hit double figures in both goals and assists ...

One of the midfield voids could be filled by Casemiro as early as this weekend. Either that, or he may be angling for a move behind the scenes. Perhaps Antony would like to join United, though won’t be dismayed if made to stay at Ajax. The Red Devils are convinced Antony wants the move, though that’s at odds with recent reporting from De Telegraaf. [Hirving Lozano are other, high-profile targets](https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/euro-transfer-gossip-battle-west-ham-hirving-lozano-top-objective-everton-hunt-eljif-elmas) who have been linked for the wing. Antony emerged on Erik ten Hag’s radar almost as soon as the Dutchman took over at Manchester United.

MANCHESTER UNITED have received great encouragement in their Antony pursuit...

If they move quickly, he could become the Dutchman's fifth signing as manager after Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen, Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro. Ziyech is looking to leave the Blues after falling down the pecking order under Thomas Tuchel and has been linked with AC Milan and United. Ajax are even contemplating whether to start the exciting Brazilian in their fixture on Sunday amid the intensifying speculation surrounding his future. United could return with an improved bid, but reports suggest they are unwilling to reach much higher than the £67.5m they've laid out on the table already. However, it seems the Old Trafford giants have received encouragement that he is ready to play his part. [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1560599224009498624), United aren't giving up on Antony and have a plan to try to sign him again because they believe he's desperate for the move.

Erik ten Hag has singled his former player out as a transfer target for Man United.

Reds supporters have been sharing their reaction to Antony missing training and potentially coming to United on Twitter - here is what they had to say. Reports add that the Amsterdam club are not confirming or denying that Antony missed training due to an offer being rejected. Following scoring for the Eredivisie club last weekend, Antony was posed the question regarding interest in him from "I feel good at Ajax - I give everything for this club, every minute. [the Brazilian](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/antony) was at Ajax's training complex De Toekomst but did not feature on the pitch. [De Telegraaf](https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/1370980399/antony-slaat-dag-na-miljoenenbod-training-bij-ajax-over?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=whatsapp), Antony did not feature in training for the Amsterdam club on Friday after United submitted an €80m offer for the player which was rejected.

Ajax winger Antony has reportedly refused a new and improved deal amid strong links to Manchester United. Reliable Ajax outlet, 'The European Lad' recently ...

Casemiro to debut on Monday? Jim Ratcliffe to buy United? Ten Hag to drop Maguire?

Ajax winger Antony has reportedly not trained with his teammates following a new bid from Manchester United for the player, despite the bid being rejected, ...

Ajax turned down new bid but Man Utd plan to try again - they feel Antony really wants the move. Ajax winger Antony has reportedly not trained with his teammates following a new bid from Manchester United for the player, despite the bid being rejected, Antony wants the move to Old Trafford, confirms Fabrizio Romano. Fabrizio Romano: Antony Wants Manchester United Move Despite Ajax Rejecting Bid

Manchester United are now preparing to go in with another new offer for Ajax winger Antony, with the player keen on the move as well following the Dutch ...

“Manchester United are preparing a new offer for Antony. Manchester United are now preparing to go in with another new offer for Ajax winger Antony, with the player keen on the move as well following the Dutch champions rejecting United’s last bid. Manchester United Preparing New €100million Bid For Ajax’s Antony

Antony is said to be interested in linking up with his former manager, and according to a reports the 22-year-old did not train alongside his teammates ...

Ajax winger Antony trains ALONE after United's £67m bid for the Brazilian was rejected... Antony trained alone on Friday after Manchester United's bid for the winger was rejected The Brazilian winger was brought to Ajax from Sao Paulo by then-boss Erik ten Hag in 2020

Manchester United are ready to make a new offer for Antony as Ajax prepare to move ...

Knowing a departure is becoming more and more likely, Ajax are putting plans in place to replace Antony - and sources have confirmed to 90min that out-of-favour Chelsea playmaker Hakim Ziyech is being lined up for a return to Amsterdam. [revealed](https://www.90min.com/posts/ajax-want-club-record-sale-for-increasingly-frustrated-antony) in July that the Brazilian was frustrated by Ajax's stance over a move - and it's believed that he's now willing to push for a deal to be agreed. Ajax are expecting Manchester United to return with a new bid for Antony and are putting plans in place for his possible departure by targeting former playmaker Hakim Ziyech, 90min understands.

The Brazilian international was asked if he could give fans of the Dutch club any guarantees that he will still be in Amsterdam when the transfer window ...

Every day I want to become a better footballer. Antony said: “Erik has been super important to me. At his previous clubs he has proven that his method works.” It’s not like I have to leave. Antony said: “I am grateful to God for every day that I am on the field. They will advise me on what is best.” “That I got to play with Ajax in the Champions League against Liverpool was a dream come true.” [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league), but with the World Cup approaching he understands that playing for Ajax in the [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) could become a major factor in whether he goes to Qatar. I am grateful to him and wish him all the best. “Now I am focusing on playing football and have put all other matters in the hands of my agents and my brother. “If we all decide that I will stay here, then I know that this is the best thing for me and the club. “What I can say is that I want to come to the right decision with my family, business partners and Ajax, which is good for everyone.

Ajax winger Antony has addressed his future at the Amsterdam club amid interest from Manchester United this summer.

Now I am focusing on playing football and have put all other matters in the hands of my agents and my brother. What I can say is that I want to come to the right decision with my family, business partners and Ajax, which is good for everyone. However, reports from the Netherlands on Friday suggested that the 22-year-old did not take part in training despite being at the club's training complex [De Telegraaf](https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport) also reported that Ajax had rejected an €80m bid from United on Thursday and that it was unclear whether or not his absence was down to an injury or his unhappiness at seeing a move being rejected.

Ajax winger Antony has suggested that he wants to leave the club amid Manchester United's continued interest in him.

"Manchester United will improve at his hand," he said of Ten Hag. Now I am focusing on playing football and have put all other matters in the hands of my agents and my brother. Ajax winger Antony has suggested that he wants to leave the club amid Manchester United's continued interest in him.

Antony played under Erik ten Hag at Ajax and he has been keeping an eye on his old manager's work at Manchester United.

At his previous clubs he has proven that his method works." [Ten Hag](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) is a big fan of Antony having managed him at Ajax, and earmarked the wide forward as a possible summer signing upon his arrival at United. "I am grateful to him and wish him all the best. I couldn't until now anyway and that makes me sad. "Erik has been super important to me," Antony said. [De Telegraaf](https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/496801503/antony-sluit-transfer-niet-uit-god-bepaalt-mijn-toekomst?utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=twitter), [Antony](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/antony) explained his fondness for the United manager and gave his thoughts on the Reds' start to the season.

Ajax winger Antony has suggested that he wants to leave the club amid Manchester United's continued interest in him.

"Manchester United will improve at his hand," he said of Ten Hag. Now I am focusing on playing football and have put all other matters in the hands of my agents and my brother. Ajax winger Antony has suggested that he wants to leave the club amid Manchester United's continued interest in him.

Ajax winger Antony has done an interview addressing his future amid interest from Manchester United and it gives a clear sign he wants to leave Amsterdam ...

It’s clear from reading his quotes that Antony used this interview to signal his unhappiness at Ajax turning down such a big offer. When asked if he could offer Ajax fans assurances that he would be staying for the season ahead, Antony replied: “No, to be perfectly honest, I can’t. “I wear the shirt with pride and from day one I feel at home.

Antony admits that he can't promise Ajax's supporters that he'll stay at the club ...

It's not that I have to leave." [Scott Saunders](https://twitter.com/_scottsaunders), [Graeme Bailey](https://twitter.com/GraemeBailey) & [Toby Cudworth](https://twitter.com/Toby_Cudworth) bring you Talking Transfers, discussing Erik ten Hag wanting to sign five players before the transfer window closes, and Man Utd's attitude to selling Cristiano Ronaldo. "I am very happy at Ajax, I have a contract until the summer of 2025 and will give everything for this wonderful club every second. [transfer](https://www.90min.com/categories/transfer) fails to materialise. Ultimately, God determines my future." [Transfers](https://www.90min.com/categories/transfer)