Manchester United reach agreement to sign Antony from Ajax - club

Manchester United have reached an agreement with Ajax Amsterdam for the transfer of Brazilian winger Antony, the Premier League club confirmed on Tuesday.

"Manchester United has reached agreement with Ajax for the transfer of Antony, subject to a medical, player terms being finalised, and international clearance," a statement read on the club's website.

"Antony has 31 goals and 27 assists in 134 club appearances for Ajax and Sao Paulo, and two goals and two assists in nine senior appearances for his native Brazil.

"He has won two Eredivisie titles, and a gold medal in the 2020 Summer Olympics."

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The Red Devils are back in action against Leicester on Thursday before taking on rivals Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday.

Whether Antony makes United matchday squad for the away trip to the Foxes remains to be revealed, but he is expected to be involved against the Gunners, depending on his work permit.