Why Antony is not the same player for Man Utd as he was at Ajax

When Manchester United signed Antony, a former Ajax player, it seemed like they had finally solved their right-wing problem. However, despite Gary Neville's recent suggestion that Antony could become a "Riyad Mahrez-type player for" Manchester United, fans are growing impatient with the forward.

Antony, who came with a hefty price tag, has faced challenges at Old Trafford, including a persistent lack of goals. Since joining United, Antony has scored eight times, all in the last season. This season, he hasn't been involved in any goals.

Despite his disappointing stats, it's worth asking why Antony isn't performing as well as he did at Ajax.

As for his attacking threat, Antony usually takes up a wide position on the pitch. When the team attacks, he maintains this width and sometimes cuts in to score a spectacular goal.

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At Ajax, Antony was known for doubling back on his stronger foot to cross to the far post and using quick one-touch passes from teammates to find space. His style of play is supported by his stats: before joining United, he scored 12 goals and provided 10 assists in all competitions.

In the Premier League, creating chances is a tough task due to the presence of tall, dominant defenders. Antony's position on the pitch gives him space to dribble and create, but he struggles to use this advantage effectively.

Does Antony contribute defensively? At United, Erik ten Hag has instilled his "footballing philosophy." which includes defending with all eleven players.

Despite struggling to adjust to the league, Antony has shown that he can be an option when it comes to defending. His aggression in tracking back and