Real Betis CEO Ramon Alarcon has revealed that Manchester United loanee Antony told him he wants to stay with them for at least one more year.
Antony has been in terrific form since joining Betis on loan during the January transfer window, scoring three goals and providing an additional two assists in seven matches across all competitions.
He was brilliant yet again over the weekend as Betis beat Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid at Estadio Benito Villamarín.
The Brazilian endured a difficult time at United, following his big-money move from Ajax in the summer of 2022. He managed just 17 goal contributions in 96 appearances for the Red Devils.
It appears he has now turned a corner and this has led to speculation over his long-term future. Unsurprisingly, Betis are thought to be keen on retaining his services for longer than initially agreed with United.
A previous report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that United want €50m to permanently part ways with the 23-year-old.
It was mentioned that the figure may price Betis out of a move but luckily for United, there are other interested parties including Serie A giants Juventus.
Now, Betis CEO Ramon Alarcon has weighed in on the situation, indicating that Antony’s desire is to continue with the Seville outfit.
Alarcon told news outlet El Pelotazo, “Antony was surprised by the facilities we gave him to settle in the city as soon as he arrived.”
“The player is very happy and the other day he told me that he wanted to stay another year.”
🗣️ Ramón Alarcón, CEO del @RealBetis en @elpelotazocsr
👏 “Antony se sorprendió con las facilidades que le dimos para acomodarse en la ciudad nada más llegar”
💥 “El jugador está muy a gusto y el otro día me comentó que se quería quedar otro año”
📲 #ProgramónMorrocotudo pic.twitter.com/gmT8WAWALF
— El Pelotazo (@elpelotazocsr) March 3, 2025
Antony still has two years left on his contract at Old Trafford. United have the option of extending his terms by an additional 12 months.
The United loanee and his Betis teammates are back in action on Thursday as Real Betis take on Vitoria SC in the first leg of their Europa Conference League round of 16 fixture.
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