Manchester United are looking to complete the signing of Bryan Mbeumo while attempting to offload a number of attackers.
If Ruben Amorim’s desire to form a new Manchester United strike force wasn’t obvious, his stance on Alejandro Garnacho made that clear.
Garnacho has been told to leave United this summer as Amorim moves for attacking additions.
Matheus Cunha has joined United, and a second bid has been made for Bryan Mbeumo in an attempt to convince Brentford to sell.
United will hope to offload players alongside landing new signings, with Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho available alongside Garnacho.
Rashford and Sancho can leave after loan spells away from United last summer, and the same goes for Antony after his stint with Real Betis.
Real Betis ace Natan on Antony
United paid £85million to sign Antony in 2022 as the winger followed Erik ten Hag from Ajax to Old Trafford.
After a red-hot start with three goals in his first three games, Antony faded and almost became a symbol of United’s poor recruitment and overspending.
Amorim decided to let Antony leave in January, sanctioning a loan move to Spanish side Real Betis.
Antony was outstanding for Betis, notching nine goals and five assists in just 26 appearances.
The 25-year-old is back with United this summer, but Betis are keen to re-sign Antony permanently.
A move would make sense for all parties, and Real Betis defender Natan has made his stance clear.
Antony posted a video on Instagram a couple of days ago, showcasing himself in the gym as he gears up for the new season.
Natan simply responded with ‘Te esperamos’, which translates to ‘we are waiting for you’ in English.
Betis fans absolutely loved that comment, with supporters desperate to see Brazilian duo Natan and Antony back together again next season.
Natan wants Antony back in Andalusia, but it’s now down to Real Betis to thrash out a deal with United this summer.
Natan could join Manchester United rivals
One added level of intrigue here is that, while Betis and Natan want Antony, Natan himself is at the centre of transfer speculation.
Estadio Deportivo claim that United’s bitter rivals Leeds United have enquired about Natan as they look to bring him to the Premier League.
Betis have already rejected a £23million offer for Natan, demanding a huge £38.5million for his signature.
A move to Leeds would mean Natan facing United next season, but could also see the defender miss out on a reunion with Antony.
Betis need to raise funds in order to buy Antony, and selling Natan could provide the cash needed to strike a deal.
United are fully aware that Betis want to re-sign Antony, but will stand firm on his price tag after some brilliant performances during his time in Spain.
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