Man Utd’s new star Antony turned down a move to Pep Guardiola’s Man City in 2019
Antony rejected the chance to join Pep Guardiola's Manchester City years before linking up with Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford in an agreement worth £82million and a potential £4.3m of add-ons.
Manchester United's newest attacking star has joined the club on a contract until the summer of 2027 three years after City bid £17m for his services during his time at Sao Paulo.
Now 22, the Brazil international will make his Premier League bow having not felt ready to move to England at the time of the previous bid for his services.
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He has gone on to win two Eredivisie titles under the guidance of Ten Hag, with the Telegraph reporting that City's bid would have included a loan at Sporting Lisbon.
Antony said following his United move: "This is an incredible moment in my career to join one of the most iconic clubs in the world.
"I'm thankful to everyone who has believed in me, especially my family, and all my coaches and team-mates, because I could not have got here without them.
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"Playing under Erik ten Hag at Ajax was perfect for me and my development.
"His style of football and coaching brings out the best in me, and I am excited by what he has told me about his plans and ambitions in Manchester."
With Manchester United football director John Murtough adding: "Antony is one of the most exciting young talents in European football.
"He has exactly the right profile for the attacking, dynamic team Erik is building.
“We have been especially impressed by his desire to join Manchester United, and to be part of a long-term project to get the club back to the levels of performance we all expect.”
Antony is expected to make his United debut during their clash against Arsenal on Sunday (September 4) having signed too late to feature against Leicester on Thursday evening.
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