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Manchester United announce the signing of Brazil winger Antony after agreeing on a transfer fee with Ajax Amsterdam for the 22-year-old. Reports say that Red Devils have agreed to pay a fixed fee of 95 million euros (£80.6million) with a further five million euros (£4.2million) in potential add-ons. He has signed a contract until 2027, with the option of an additional year.


The 22-year-old was extremely elated with his move to Old Trafford as he said, “This is an incredible moment in my career to be joining one of the most iconic clubs in the world. I’m thankful to everyone who has believed in me, especially my family, and all my coaches and teammates, because I could not have got here without them.”


Antony has 31 goals and 27 assists in 134 club appearances for Ajax and Sao Paulo. He also has two goals and two assists in nine senior appearances for Brazil. He has won two Eredivisie titles and a gold medal in the 2020 Summer Olympics. 


The Brazilian further talked about playing under his former Ajax manager Erik ten Hag as he believes that Ten Hag’s coaching style suits him. Antony further thanked the Amsterdam-based clubs for their support over the past two years. 


He said, “Playing under Erik ten Hag at Ajax was perfect for me and my development. 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.


“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,” the 22-year-old continued. 


John Murtough, Manchester United Football Director also expressed excitement about this new signing and 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. We have been especially impressed by his desire to join Manchester United, and to be part of a long-term project to get the club back to the levels of performance we all expect.”