‘This must be a joke’: Antony on ‘£20m bonus row’ between agents after his £86m move to United
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‘This must be a joke’: Antony wades into the £20m row over agent’s bonus for £85.5m Man United transfer, saying an ‘unknown person’ is taking credit as a clash over cash risks overshadowing his move
- Manchester United completed a move for Antony during the summer window
- The Red Devils signed the 22-year-old star on a five-year deal worth £85million
- But, two separate parties are trying to take credit for manufacturing the deal
- They both feel they are entitled to the £20m bonus associated with the deal
- Antony has taken to social media to set the record straight about his transfer
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Manchester United’s new star signing Antony has hit out at the agency claiming to have played a defining role in his record-breaking move to Old Trafford.
Antony completed a £85million move to Man United during the summer transfer window – penning a five-year deal with the Red Devils.
However, several parties are trying to claim credit for orchestrating the 22-year-old’s move from Ajax to United – much to Antony’s disbelief.
Manchester United’s new star signing Antony has hit out at the agency claiming to have played a defining role in his record-breaking move to Old Trafford this summer
Forza Sports Group, owned by Revien Kanhai, took to social media to say they played a defining role in the ‘biggest transfer this year’.
While the Brazilian’s agent Junior Pedroso disputed their claim saying he held the controlling influence in the deal.
Both parties feel as though they are entitled to the £20m bonus payment that is associated with pushing the record-breaking deal over the line.
As a result, Antony wanted to set the record straight and outlined exactly how the transfer came about following United’s 3-1 win over Arsenal on Sunday afternoon.
Antony wrote ‘This must be a joke!??!!’ on his Instagram story as he references Forza Sports Group’s claim.
Antony became Manchester United’s second most expensive signing in the club’s history
But, he has hit out at Forza Sports Group for claiming they played a defining role in the deal
He added: ‘After so much work by our team/family, an unknown person wants to take control of my transfer.
‘I kindly ask you to delete my name from your publication, as YOU were not involved in the negotiation of my contract nor the negotiation of the transfer between the two clubs #respect.’
Antony’s transfer to Old Trafford made him their second biggest signing ever, behind the £89m they paid Juventus for Paul Pogba back in 2016.
When asked about Antony’s potential following the confirmation of his transfer, Ten Hag said: ‘He proved himself already. Champions League, Brazilian national team and Olympic gold medalist.
Antony’s agent Junior Pedroso (right) has also said he played an important role in the transfer
‘Brazil has a number of players so high talented. You can select two or three teams and he can deal with the pressure. He will bring temperament and creativity.
‘Also for him it is a new start and he has to adapt to the team, to the Premier League and to the high intensity. But I’m sure he will adapt.’
Antony made his mark during his Premier League debut for Manchester United on Sunday afternoon.
He scored United’s opening goal in the 35th minute of their 3-1 win over Arsenal. He slipped the ball into the bottom left-hand corner after latching onto the end of Marcus Rashford’s pass.
Taking to social media after the game, Antony said: ‘A huge thanks to all MU staff and my teammates!!
‘I’ll never forget this day! To United fans, all my affection for this reception! Let’s go for more! That’s just the beginning.’
