Antony sparks transfer merry-go-round amid Man Utd transfer, Hakim Ziyech and Anthony Elanga set to move – Paper Round

All aboard the transfer merry-go-round Antony is “increasingly confident” that he will complete an £80 million move to Manchester United from Ajax this week, according to the Mail. The Brazilian forward has already agreed personal terms with United, with a five-year contract in the pipeline, while his representatives have started searching for houses in Cheshire. Antony’s arrival is set to spark a transfer merry-go-round that could see Hakim Ziyech return to Ajax from Chelsea.

It is also expected that it will free United youngster Anthony Elanga to join Everton on a season-long loan, while his Old Trafford team-mate James Garner could also follow in a permanent deal. Ad TransfersMaguire may push for Man Utd exit, Ten Hag eyes De Gea alternative – Paper RoundYESTERDAY AT 22:42 Paper Round’s view: £80 million is a huge amount of money to pay for a 22-year-old who moved to the Eredivisie two years ago. There’s no doubt that Antony is talented, and his ceiling is very high… but Manchester United have been forced to overpay for a transfer once again.

However, they might not care if he settles in quickly and brings his confidence and flair to Erik ten Hag’s struggling squad. It could be a signing that rejuvenates the team and gives them a much-needed boost. And, more importantly, it’s a signing that fits the model of a young rebuild and plays how the new manager wants his side to play.

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