Manchester United are hoping to wrap up a move for Ajax winger Antony before the transfer deadline.
Ajax manager Alfred Schreuder told The Mail he wants to keep Antony – but not everybody at Ajax shares the same view.
20-year-old Ajax prospect Sontjee Hansen told Voetbal International he is hoping Ajax sell Antony, as it will enhance his own chances of a breakthrough.
United are pushing to sign Antony despite having a bid turned down last week, The Athletic reported.
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‘I really hope it happens’
Sontjee Hansen plays for Jong Ajax and starred as the Dutch side’s equivalent of the under-21s secured a win on Monday night.
The right winger is eyeing a first team breakthrough, and is not shy about saying he hopes Ajax sell Antony, for his own personal gain.
Hansen said: “I am also a right winger. When I hear that he may be leaving, I have to work harder.
“I showed today that it is possible. But Antony hasn’t left yet.
“I really hope it happens. But if he stays, he will be a fantastic player for Ajax.”
Sontjee Hansen’s comments highlight how Antony’s future is an inescapable cloud hanging over Ajax.
The winger did not attend training at the end of last week and did not feature in the squad for Ajax’s game on Sunday.
Sontjee Hansen’s self confidence should be admired, and its refreshing to see a player talk with honesty, and back himself to succeed.
Time is running out before the transfer deadline on September 1, but it appears Antony is pushing hard to clinch his move to United.
Ajax are in talks with Hakim Ziyech about replacing him, so Hansen may have his work cut out either way.
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