Manchester United’s ongoing summer transfer saga sees Antony and Tyrell Malacia poised for moves away from Old Trafford. Antony, sidelined from the club’s pre-season U.S. tour alongside several other unwanted players, is actively seeking a permanent transfer. His preferred destination remains Real Betis, yet the financially constrained La Liga side have repeatedly stated they cannot meet United’s valuation. Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League emerges as a more feasible option for the Brazilian. Reports indicate growing interest from two unnamed top-tier Saudi clubs, with Betis’ chances deemed ‘unrealistic’ in funding the 25-year-old’s transfer.<\/p>\n
Despite this, Antony reportedly wants to prioritise a move within Europe’s top five leagues. Earlier speculation about interest from Como quickly dissipated, and Erik ten Hag, managing Bayer Leverkusen, has publicly distanced his team from reunion talks involving Antony.<\/p>\n
Tyrell Malacia also finds himself part of the exodus linked to Saudi Arabia, receiving a ‘concrete offer’ from the Pro League according to Dutch outlet VI. This proposed move would come with a significant 30% salary increase for the defender.<\/p>\n
Manchester United’s stance on these players is clear and unambiguous\u2014a public demonstration of diminished faith that could adversely affect their market valuations. Malacia’s case is particularly noteworthy given his injury history: a serious knee injury kept him out for over 500 days, with eight challenging appearances during the 2024\u201325 season before a loan to Feyenoord for the remainder of that campaign.<\/p>\n
The club\u2019s decisions signal a transformational summer ahead, as United recalibrate their squad by offloading players who have fallen out of favour, while the players themselves seek fresh opportunities to revive their careers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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