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Manchester United has completed the transfer of Antony from Ajax. He has signed a contract until 2027, with the option of an additional year.

[Sign up for the latest product updates](https://store.manutd.com/en/?_s=bm-FI-PSC-MUFC-EditorialTextArticle-ShopAll-BreakingNews-Antony-0109) and be the first to secure your printed Antony shirt. “Playing under Erik ten Hag at Ajax was perfect for me and my development. I’m thankful to everyone who has believed in me, especially my family, and all my coaches and team-mates, because I could not have got here without them.

Manchester United dishing out a gargantuan €100 million for Ajax winger Antony proves that not all massive transfer fees are directly comparable.

For a club already in massive debt thanks to the Glazer ownership, having just spent big money to acquire Casemiro from Real Madrid, this kind of deal comes with considerable downside. Is Antony guaranteed to be a success at Manchester United simply because they paid lots of money for him? It's likely that had United not been interested, and another club with less financial flexibility were in talks, Ajax would negotiate within the interested club's means if they were indeed motivated to make a sale. While Antony was always one of manager Ten Hag's long-term targets, their decision to pursue a deal so late in the window meant they were forced to capitulate to Ajax's demands. Piggybacking on the club's need to bring in attacking talent, the Glazer family's approval rating among Manchester United fans is near the floor. This was directly followed by a massive increase in transfer market activity, with Casemiro acquired the very same day as protests rang outside Old Trafford, and Antony's capture comes just a week later. If the Dutch side didn't receive a bid worthy of their attention, they could keep Antony at the club with little long-term harm, and plenty of time still left to negotiate a satisfactory transfer fee at a later date. The Red Devils were left floundering for a host of players in the summer transfer window, missing out on key targets such as Frenkie de Jong, Christopher Nkunku, and many others linked in the press. One key to determining a player's transfer fee is his contract with the selling club. As this desperation grew, Man United lost negotiating leverage as Ajax could see how much the club needed to bring in reinforcements to improve the side. Those answers will come at a later date, but the following information can at least provide immediate clarity as to why Man United felt it worth capitulating to Ajax's demands. The Premier League club, desperate for a revival under Erik ten Hag, are in rebuild mode.

Manchester United have made the forward Antony and goalkeeper Martin Dubravka their fifth and sixth signings of the summer.

United’s football director, John Murtough, said: “Antony is one of the most exciting young talents in European football and has exactly the right profile for the attacking, dynamic team Erik is building. His style of football and coaching brings out the best in me, and I am excited by what he has told me about his plans and ambitions in Manchester. He is expected to be in the squad for Sunday’s game at home to Arsenal.

Martin Dubravka has fallen down the pecking order at Newcastle after the arrival of Nick Pope; Man Utd have been in the market for goalkeeper to provide ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. He has also earned six caps for Germany. "It is correct that I have a written offer.

Manchester United have signed Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka on loan, the club announced on Thursday.

[Dean Henderson](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/234172/Dean-Henderson) left on loan to [Nottingham Forest](/soccer/team?id=393) for the season. I am excited to be here!" My focus is now on helping Manchester United, and we'll see what the future holds after I have given my all this season. The chance to work with David de Gea, alongside Tom Heaton, is one that I am relishing. I enjoyed every minute of my time there and made amazing memories to look back on. There is an obligation to sign him permanently at £6m if Dubravka starts a certain number of Premier League games.

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Brazilian winger Antony from Ajax for a deal believed to be worth around £85 million.

I’m thankful to everyone who has believed in me, especially my family, and all my coaches and team-mates, because I could not have got here without them.” Antony told the club’s website. “Playing under Erik ten Hag at Ajax was perfect for me and my development. “My time at Ajax was fantastic and I will always be grateful for the trust they put in me, but now I am ready for the next challenge, and I can’t wait to join my new team-mates and play my part in bringing success to Manchester United.”

L'ailier brésilien s'est engagé jusqu'en 2027, plus une année d'option.

«Jouer sous les ordres d'Erik ten Hag à l'Ajax a été parfait pour moi et pour ma progression. - À lire aussi:

KING POWER STADIUM, LEICESTER — Although transfer deadline day is dominating the headlines, there is some football to be played tonight, too, as Leicester ...

20 mins to KO: The Red Devils are searching for a first win in six over Leicester. United strike as Rashford plays a nice short ball behind Leicester's last man and into the path of Sancho, who gets beyond Danny Ward and slots in coolly. 30th min: United are quite happy to keep possession now, with the scoreline giving Christian Eriksen a chance to start purring from his deep midfield position. Fernandes then plays in his compatriot for a third chance, but Ronaldo goes too wide and there are no teammates to meet his ball across the box. Ronaldo is of course up top, with Rashford moving to the left. HALF-TIME: Boos from a smattering of home fans as the players head down the tunnel. Moments later, the Brazilian made an interception in a dangerous area and then immediately played a great cross-field ball to Fernandes on the right flank. But that in itself will satisfy the Dutchman, who rode the rockiest of waves to start his United career, and has now enjoyed a memorable win over Liverpool to stem the tide and some plain sailing with back-to-back away victories. Ronaldo was surprisingly strong from the bench, too, crafting several opportunities to extend the lead, and being lively across the frontline. The Red Devils held on to end a run of five games against Leicester without a win, and ensure spirits are high ahead of Sunday’s huge home clash with league leaders Arsenal. United took their foot off the gas and controlled proceedings with comfort, as Leicester struggled to make any inroads. The former Borussia Dortmund star had began the game well, interchanging with Bruno Fernandes and each of United’s attacks seeming to flow through him.

KING POWER STADIUM, LEICESTER — Although transfer deadline day is dominating the headlines, there is some football to be played tonight, too, as Leicester ...

20 mins to KO: The Red Devils are searching for a first win in six over Leicester. United strike as Rashford plays a nice short ball behind Leicester's last man and into the path of Sancho, who gets beyond Danny Ward and slots in coolly. 30th min: United are quite happy to keep possession now, with the scoreline giving Christian Eriksen a chance to start purring from his deep midfield position. Fernandes then plays in his compatriot for a third chance, but Ronaldo goes too wide and there are no teammates to meet his ball across the box. Ronaldo is of course up top, with Rashford moving to the left. HALF-TIME: Boos from a smattering of home fans as the players head down the tunnel. Moments later, the Brazilian made an interception in a dangerous area and then immediately played a great cross-field ball to Fernandes on the right flank. But that in itself will satisfy the Dutchman, who rode the rockiest of waves to start his United career, and has now enjoyed a memorable win over Liverpool to stem the tide and some plain sailing with back-to-back away victories. Ronaldo was surprisingly strong from the bench, too, crafting several opportunities to extend the lead, and being lively across the frontline. The Red Devils held on to end a run of five games against Leicester without a win, and ensure spirits are high ahead of Sunday’s huge home clash with league leaders Arsenal. United took their foot off the gas and controlled proceedings with comfort, as Leicester struggled to make any inroads. The former Borussia Dortmund star had began the game well, interchanging with Bruno Fernandes and each of United’s attacks seeming to flow through him.

Jadon Sancho scored the game's lone goal as Manchester United beat Leicester City 1-0 on Thursday at the King Power Stadium for their third win in a row.

[James Maddison](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/194450/James-Maddison) went close for Leicester with a superb free kick which brought an excellent save from United's David De Gea, but the home side struggled to create chances. We were low in terms of depth and quality. "We needed two centre-halves ideally. "There were enquiries for Barnes and Maddison early in the window. Once we have Cristiano Ronaldo and Casemiro getting fitter it will get better still -- we need not only a team we need a squad." With Wesley going we needed a replacement for him. We are delighted he has joined us." No second goal came and United took their 1-0 lead into the break. [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro) for [Anthony Elanga](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/296622/Anthony-Elanga) just before the hour mark as United clung to their lead and Leicester chased an equaliser. [Wesley Fofana](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/270190/Wesley-Fofana) to [Chelsea](/soccer/team?id=363), but manager Brendan Rodgers was pleased to have replaced him with Belgian [Wout Faes](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/228421/Wout-Faes) from Reims and to have kept [Harvey Barnes](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/243386/Harvey-Barnes) and Maddison, despite reports of interest in them. [Liverpool](/soccer/team?id=364) and [Southampton](/soccer/team?id=376) and saw both captain [Harry Maguire](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/157073/Harry-Maguire) and [Cristiano Ronaldo](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/22774/Cristiano-Ronaldo) left out of the starting XI for the third game in a row. [Man United get A- for ](/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4675635/transfer-window-2022-grading-every-big-signing-from-europes-top-clubs) [Antony](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/315294/Antony)

Jadon Sancho finished off a flowing move on the break for the only goal of the game in the 23rd minute as United's players backed up victories over Liverpool ...

Leicester is now the Premier League's crisis club, with just one point from its first five games and two points adrift in last place. Bruno Fernandes found Marcus Rashford in a central position and he slipped in Sancho, who rounded goalkeeper Danny Ward and slotted the ball into an empty net. He came on in the 68th minute and looked lively, an acrobatic bicycle kick flying just wide.

Jadon Sancho lifted Man United past Leicester City and the Red Devils look more confident than they have in a while. But attacking concerns persist.

Once we have Cristiano Ronaldo and Casemiro getting fitter it will get better still -- we need not only a team we need a squad." Manager United manager Erik Ten Hag on the win: "It is another step forward so I am happy with that. Replacing him will be impossible, but Leicester need to find a younger striker with the ability to score as regularly as Vardy used to. [Leicester City-Man United report](/soccer/matchstats?gameId=638243) [Best/worst performers](#bestworst) [Manchester United](/soccer/team/_/id/360)'s resurrection from last season's pit of despair continues. [Highlights and notable moments](#highlights) Against Leicester, the Although Man United are now on a three-game winning streak, they have scored just five goals in their last five games. [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro) 7, Ronaldo 7, [Fred](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/161559/Fred) 6. For Leicester, though, the outlook is bleak. Here is ESPN's Mark Ogden with reaction and analysis:

Jadon Sancho finished off a flowing move on the break for the only goal of the game in the 23rd minute as United's players backed up victories over Liverpool ...

Leicester is now the Premier League's crisis club, with just one point from its first five games and two points adrift in last place. Bruno Fernandes found Marcus Rashford in a central position and he slipped in Sancho, who rounded goalkeeper Danny Ward and slotted the ball into an empty net. He came on in the 68th minute and looked lively, an acrobatic bicycle kick flying just wide.

Manchester United have signed goalkeeper Martin Dubravka on loan from Newcastle United. The Slovakia international put pen to paper on a temporary deal ...

My focus is now on helping Manchester United, and we’ll see what the future holds after I have given my all this season. The chance to work with David De Gea, alongside Tom Heaton, is one that I am relishing. "And help the group achieve its ambitions. Premier League I am excited to be here!” I enjoyed every minute of my time there and made amazing memories to look back on.

Jadon Sancho scored Manchester United's only goal of the game on Thursday night, and it was enough to beat Leicester City and secure all three points in the ...

“I think he had a quite good pre-season,” Ten Hag told reporters at his post-match press conference. “We knew Leicester would come out fighting in the second half, and as you could see, they had a few chances towards the end. Hopefully, I can score next time.”

Jadon Sancho's first-half goal gave Manchester United a 1-0 win that left Leicester bottom of the Premier League and booed off at the end.

Barnes did draw gasps after a curling effort out of nothing from 20 yards flashed over David de Gea’s upright but they came closest to equalising in the second half when James Maddison forced De Gea into a fine save from a free-kick. Leicester failed to make the ball stick and United feasted on their opponents’ dishevelment. “I know where the statement came from and I know it wasn’t Wesley Fofana,” he said. The galling thing for Rodgers was that it stemmed from Danny Ward booming a clearance upfield. More often than not programme notes amount to nothing more than empty platitudes but the Leicester chairman, Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha, used his to address some of the questions that have surrounded the club throughout a trying and destabilising summer in which Wout Faes, a £15m arrival from Reims, represented their only outfield signing. The performance was largely as gutsy as it was pretty but Jadon Sancho’s superbly taken first-half strike was enough to secure United successive away wins for the first time since last September.

Great play between Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford resulted in the ball being threaded through to Sancho and the England international rounded ...

Maddison's curling 25-yard free-kick was tipped away by De Gea to prevent it from nestling in the top corner. Despite a relatively even opening 10 minutes, it was United who quickly put our stamp on the game. Our forward line continued to pick up great positions between the lines and Rashford played in Sancho once again but his effort was well blocked by James Justin, while Harvey Barnes whipped a shot just over the bar. A couple of touches between Dalot, Fernandes and Rashford were all that was required for Sancho to find himself in space and slot home with complete composure, for his second goal of the season. It was a confident and self-assured first-half from the Reds, but Leicester quickly grew into the game, rousing their home fans. David De Gea saved well from James Maddison's free-kick after the break, but United had the better opportunities to double our lead and were comfortable in closing out the win, which takes us up to fifth in the top-flight table.

Leicester City host Manchester United at the King Power Stadium, with the two teams going into the match under different types of pressure.

With the arrivals of Casemiro from Real Madrid and Antony from Ajax, United will now be aiming to win consecutive Premier League away games for the first time since last September. In particular, United will be hoping Marcus Rashford can kick on against a happy stomping ground at the King Power Stadium. On paper, Casemiro will bring some much-needed quality in front of the United defence. The Foxes are without a win their opening four games and head into tonight’s fixture rooted at the bottom of the Premier League table. The Brazil international is excited to get started, saying “This is an incredible moment in my career to be joining one of the most iconic clubs in the world." •2h ago Leicester City's forward has yet to find the back of the net this season, having scored at least 15 goals in each of the last five Premier League seasons. In case you missed it, Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka on an initial loan deal. Today marks the first time since 2015 that Leicester City began the day sitting at the bottom of the table. [bringing in Wout Faes from Reims to replace Wesley Fofana](https://theathletic.com/live-blogs/transfer-deadline-news-live/uIaufjyfJ58Q/). The kick-off time for the match is at 8pm BST (12pm PT or 3pm ET). [Victor Lindelof](https://theathletic.com/football/player/victor-lindelof-KTCFlS2lUObXRtJa/) returned to training this week.

Manchester United secured its third straight win in the Premier League by beating Leicester 1-0 on Thursday, with Cristiano Ronaldo again only making a late ...

Leicester is now the Premier League’s crisis club, with just one point from its first five games and two points adrift in last place. “Once we have Cristiano Ronaldo and Casemiro getting fitter, it will get better still,” Ten Hag said. Bruno Fernandes found Marcus Rashford in a central position and he slipped in Sancho, who rounded goalkeeper Danny Ward and slotted the ball into an empty net.

Manchester United made Antony the world's most expensive signing of the 2022 summer window on deadline day. The Ajax star could come in handy when the Red ...

But Casemiro is yet to start a game, with 40 minutes of combined substitute action. We have two team sessions and we will see for Sunday." "We have to see," Ten Hag said. If he starts on the bench, United fans will be confident of catching a glimpse of their new star at some stage during the match. Ten Hag's replacement as Ajax manager, Alfred Schreuder, kept Antony in the starting XI, and the player scored a goal in his team's Johan Cruyff Shield defeat to PSV Eindhoven. MORE:

LEICESTER, England (Reuters) -Manchester United collected a third straight win in the Premier League with a first-half Jadon Sancho goal giving them a 1-0 .

"We needed two centre-halves ideally. Once we have Cristiano Ronaldo and Casemiro getting fitter it will get better still - we need not only a team we need a squad," Ten Hag added. We were low in terms of depth and quality. "There were enquiries for Barnes and Maddison early in the window. "We need a good squad and we needed numbers. We had 11 players the on pitch who fought for each other and scored a lovely team goal.

Manchester United made Antony the world's most expensive signing of the 2022 summer window on deadline day. The Ajax star could come in handy when the Red ...

But Casemiro is yet to start a game, with 40 minutes of combined substitute action. We have two team sessions and we will see for Sunday." "We have to see," Ten Hag said. If he starts on the bench, United fans will be confident of catching a glimpse of their new star at some stage during the match. Ten Hag's replacement as Ajax manager, Alfred Schreuder, kept Antony in the starting XI, and the player scored a goal in his team's Johan Cruyff Shield defeat to PSV Eindhoven. MORE:

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of winger Antony from Ajax, it was announced on Thursday.

He has made nine appearances for Brazil, scoring twice, and helped his country to an Olympic gold medal in Tokyo last year. Antony added: "Playing under Erik ten Hag at Ajax was perfect for me and my development. I'm thankful to everyone who has believed in me, especially my family, and all my coaches and team-mates, because I could not have got here without them." [Tyrell Malacia](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/259863/Tyrell-Malacia), [Christian Eriksen](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/144130/Christian-Eriksen), [Lisandro Martinez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/233937/Lisandro-Martínez) and [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro). [Anthony Martial](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/181140/Anthony-Martial) sustained an Achilles' tendon injury in United's 2-1 victory against [Liverpool](/soccer/team?id=364) last week. [Manchester United](/soccer/team?id=360) have completed the signing of winger [Antony](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/315294/Antony) from [Ajax](/soccer/team?id=139) on a five-year deal, the club confirmed on Thursday.

The Brazilian was one of two deadline-day additions to the Dutchman's squad, joining alongside loan signing Martin Dubravka from Newcastle United. Antony ...

“So, this is a good test and I’m really looking forward [to it]. Here's your chance to see every minute of the match... Our no.9 has missed the last two outings with an injury that he sustained during a positive second-half cameo in the recent victory over Liverpool.

TV info, the latest team news, a form guide and more is included in our preview to Sunday's Premier League showdown.

Wolves v Southampton (15:00) Tottenham v Fulham (15:00) Here is the full schedule... Last weekend also marked the 11-year anniversary of our historic 8-2 victory in the fixture. United triumphed 3-2 in a memorable game against Arsenal when this fixture was last played at Old Trafford, back in December 2021. Arsenal's tone-setting 2-0 win over Crystal Palace on the opening day was followed by 4-2 and 3-0 victories over Leicester and Bournemouth, respectively. Despite losing our opening game 2-1 to Brighton, followed by a heavy 4-0 defeat on the road to Brentford, the Reds bounced back against Merseyside rivals Liverpool. The Swede was part of our matchday squad in the Midlands and could be again on Sunday. Victor Lindelof returned to training before the Leicester game, but did not feature at the King Power Stadium. United fans are eagerly awaiting the debut of new signing Antony, whose arrival was announced on Thursday’s transfer deadline day. Pre-match coverage will start at 15:25 BST on Sunday and will be followed by live radio commentary during the 90 minutes. Jadon Sancho scored the only goal in Thursday evening's clash with Leicester as we registered a second successive clean sheet on the road.

London, Sept 2, 2022 (AFP) - Erik ten Hag has yet to decide whether to give Brazil forward Antony his Manchester United debut in Sunday's clash against ...

"That is work on the training ground, that is work on the video and that is work in the games. But as you see, it's not only a team. "I'm really looking forward to it and we will pick the right XI to start.

Hear from the boss as he chats about team news, the transfer window and the trip to Old Trafford.

That is the only reason why we are here, and we have to continue to do that. We have obviously tried to get everything done that we can, and sometimes you have to get the right balance. Yesterday it was a real possibility and we tried, but then we kept the decision to say that it has to be the right player for the team and for the club. I think we have learned a lot from that and there's still the players that we have to get out. We have gone through things like that when we hadn’t won at Stamford Bridge for 20 or something years, but you need to believe that you will do that. We have to go into the market and the other teams and coaches are going to tell you how good you are, what your value is and what you’ve done. The attitude of the player is there and he’s really disappointed to be out again as you can imagine, and the team needs him when he’s back. He called me really late last night and it was more of a conversation that we used to have when we were teammates and really good friends. There is nothing else we can do, we have an academy as well that we have to use, and we’ll try to utilise the players in the best possible way. Then we had to react in the market and we tried, but at the end of the day we have to bring in the player that we feel is right for the team and for the club and we didn’t manage to do that. I think that there have been moments when the history and the media were talking about it, and the special rivalry between certain players built a certain momentum into it. No, we had a lot of things still to do in the squad, you see the amount of departures, compared to the number we have recruited.