Olympiacos are reportedly interested in sealing a January loan move for struggling Manchester United star Antony.
To say Antony has been a disappointment since his £86m transfer to United in 2022 would be a massive understatement. He struggled to find his place in the team under Erik ten Hag and has also been unable to break into Ruben Amorim’s plans.
The Brazilian has managed just 12 goals and five assists in 94 appearances for United. He has just one goal to his name this season, a penalty kick in the 7-0 thumping of Barnsley in the Carabao Cup.
He has yet to start a Premier League game this season and has had to be content with a mere six appearances from the bench.
It’s believed that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS are eager to cut their losses and offload Antony as early as this month.
Real Betis have been credited with an interest in the 24-year-old. A report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that Antony has been offered to Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce.
Earlier today, Sky Sports journalist Dharmesh Sheth revealed that there are also Greek clubs that are eyeing a swoop for Antony.
A number of clubs – including from Spain and Greece – have made contact with Manchester United over a loan for winger Antony. It’s understood United will consider offers for the player. Antony joined in 2022 from Ajax for £82m. He hasn’t started a League game this season. #MUFC
— Dharmesh Sheth (@skysports_sheth) January 6, 2025
According to The Sun, “Olympiacos are the Greek club who are interested in the player.”
“The Europa Conference League holders are rigorously looking for a new winger to add some spark to their attack.”
“This comes after the Piraeus outfit parted ways with former Chelsea, Arsenal and Fulham ace Willian just three months after he signed as a free agent.”
Last month, Antony’s agent suggested that his client may be open to temporarily leaving United in search of regular first-team minutes.
It remains to be seen whether Olympiacos’ interest is concrete and whether it materialises. Transfermarkt value Antony at €20m.
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