Manchester United winger Antony has reportedly been offered to reigning La Liga champions Barcelona.
According to Fichajes, Manchester United have offered Brazilian winger Antony to Catalan club Barcelona. The Red Devils will loan the player out to the Blaugrana, but the reigning La Liga champions have reservations about securing his services.
Antony has been a major flop since his £85 million move from Ajax, and his performances have been rather underwhelming. Manchester United are now hoping to get rid of him at the end of the season. It would be ideal for the Red Devils to cut their losses on the player and let him move on.
Antony could use a fresh start, and a move away from Manchester United would be ideal for him as well. However, Barcelona are going through financial difficulties, and it will be quite surprising if they manage to afford him. The report also suggests that Barcelona have reservations about the struggling attacker.
Although Barcelona need attacking reinforcements, they will probably aim higher. Antony has been quite poor in the Premier League, and he would be an underwhelming signing. The Barcelona fans are unlikely to be happy with his arrival. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.
Antony should look to leave Manchester United
Antony needs to sort out his future at the end of the season. It is evident that the move to the Premier League has not worked out, and he needs to find a solution soon. The 24-year-old is still young enough to improve further and fulfil his potential. Perhaps a fresh start could help him rediscover his form and confidence.
Meanwhile, Barcelona winger Raphinha has been linked with a move to the Premier League, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to bring his compatriot as a replacement. However, Manchester United will have to accept a significant loss on the player if they want to sell him permanently. But the report suggests Manchester United have offered a loan deal to Barcelona.
Antony will have seen how Jadon Sancho has revived his career with regular game time since leaving Manchester United in January, and he might want to follow in the footsteps of his former teammate.
