Antony would bring ability that Manchester United desperately need

Manchester United are reportedly still keen on bringing in Ajax winger Antony with the Brazilian reportedly not taking part in training on Friday. It is unknown at this stage whether he has an injury or not but De Telegraaf have claimed that Ajax rejected an €80m bid from United for the Brazilian.

This has led to speculation that the player is 'striking' in order to seal a move to the Premier League. However, in an interview with De Telegraaf, Antony explained that he would still be interested in staying in Amsterdam although he could not offer any reassurances to the Ajax supporters.

As reported by the Manchester Evening News in July, the 22-year-old Brazilian is on manager Erik ten Hag's radar this summer, with the Dutchman keen to strengthen his attacking options. United are desperate to draft in a new right-sided winger and Antony is a player they have identified as a solution to their right-wing troubles.

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Antony has excelled in the Dutch league and scored 12 goals and registered ten assists in 32 appearances in all competitions. Included in that tally, he racked up six direct goal contributions in just seven Champions League appearances.

It's quite clear to see why Ten Hag would want to be reunited with the Brazilian winger - he's a player who United have not had the calibre of in a long, long time.

When is the last time we have seen an explosive winger at Old Trafford? One with the true ability to blow you away whilst stretching the opposition's defence with such blistering speed?

Sure, Dan James was quick - maybe the quickest player in the league - but as we've seen in the Premier League, you cannot solely rely on that.

As a winger, speed is essential. It