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Antony makes €95m Man Utd admission – and compares himself to Jesus

Former Manchester United flop Antony has admitted that his monumental transfer fee "affected" him.

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 5:01 PM
Antony makes €95m Man Utd admission – and compares himself to Jesus
Key Things to Know
  • Antony admitted that his €95 million price tag and public scrutiny significantly affected him at Manchester United.
  • The winger joined Real Betis on a permanent deal worth €25 million following a successful initial loan.
  • Antony recorded 12 goals and five assists in 96 appearances for Manchester United before moving to Spain.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Real Betis winger Antony has spoken about the scrutiny and pressure surrounding his €95 million transfer to Manchester United. Speaking to Sofascore, the Brazilian admitted that the massive fee and resulting public criticism affected him heavily during his time at Old Trafford, noting that even Jesus faced criticism despite being perfect.

Antony scored 12 goals in 96 matches under manager Erik ten Hag at Manchester United before joining Real Betis permanently for €25 million following an initial loan spell. Despite the challenging period, the winger stated that he has no regrets about his time in England.

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