'An incredible moment' – Antony completes £85m Manchester United move from Dutch champions Ajax

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Brazilian winger Antony from Ajax for a deal believed to be worth around £85 million. The agreement with Ajax was confirmed earlier in the week and now the necessary paperwork has been completed, Antony is officially a United player.

Ad The club confirmed that he has signed a five-year deal until 2027 with the option for an extra year. TransfersChelsea launch late €50m bid for Alvarez, player wants move — report17 HOURS AGO “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 team-mates, because I could not have got here without them.” Antony told the club’s website. Scholes and Crouch say Manchester United need new striker, especially if Ronaldo goes Ronaldo set to stay at Manchester United after transfer U-turn — Paper Round “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.” Antony becomes United's fifth signing of the summer following the arrivals of Lisandro Martinez, Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Casemiro.

But the winger's arrival is the biggest deal yet, and the fourth most expensive signing in Premier League history. The deal falls just short of United's club record fee, the £89m signing of Paul Pogba from Juventus in