Manchester United and Chelsea 'lead race' for Ajax winger Antony and more transfer rumours

Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly leading the way in the race for Ajax winger Antony, with Barcelona also linked.

United have been touted for a move for the 21-year-old, who is quickly emerging as one of the hottest prospects around after making the move to the Netherlands from Sao Paulo in 2020.

The Brazilian has scored 11 goals and registered eight assists in 25 appearances this season, and has already bettered his output from last season when he scored 10 times in 46 games.

That form has seen him attract interest from across Europe, with some of the continent’s biggest sides said to be keen — as Barcelona become the latest to be linked.

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Catalan giants are targeting Antony, but find themselves lagging behind both United and Chelsea in the race.

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Both Premier League sides are said to have already made an approach as they explore the possibility of a transfer in the summer.

Antony’s contract in Amsterdam runs until 2025 though, meaning United could have to splash out if they want to bring the winger to Old Trafford.

Elsewhere, Diogo Dalot is being linked with a return to Italy as he approaches the final year of his contract at Old Trafford.

The Portuguese defender has managed earn a regular place in the United side since the turn of the year, with injury and illness seeing Aaron Wan-Bissaka having to make way as Dalot has