In the match between Manchester United and Sheffield United, the bottom team in the Premier League, Antony, the €100 million winger, made a rare return to the starting lineup due to Rashford’s injury.
However, the 24-year-old Brazilian international once again disappointed, putting on the worst performance of the entire team. Ten Hag replaced him shortly after the start of the second half.
Antony started the game
As Antony left the field, the home fans at Old Trafford booed, which spoke volumes about his performance.
Although Antony had some opportunities during the game, he failed to capitalize on them.
His mentor, Ten Hag, couldn’t tolerate his performance and substituted him for another right winger, Amad Diallo, in the 56th minute.
Antony sub off with Diallo
One statistic illustrates just how poor Antony’s performance was: in the current Premier League season, there have been a total of 1,085 goals scored, setting a new record.
However, not a single one of these goals came from Manchester United’s €100 million man!
Anthony has made zero contributions in the Premier League this season
Facing the bottom team Sheffield United, Antony’s stats were dismal: 0 goals, 0 assists, and not even a single shot on target.
His passing accuracy was only 83%, with 6 failed duels and being dribbled past twice.
Some believe that Antony’s playing style is more suited to a possession-based team, which is why he flourished under Ten Hag’s coaching at Ajax.
Erik Ten Hag and Antony at Ajax
However, in Manchester United’s current tactical system, the lack of movement from teammates off the ball makes it difficult for Antony to establish effective partnerships.
It’s nearly impossible to rely on his individual abilities to break through.
It’s possible that Antony will be sold or transferred out?
According to the British newspaper, The Daily Mirror, Antony and teammates like Rashford have already been included in the potential clear-out list by the new owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
While the Brazilian winger may not leave this summer, if he fails to improve his current performance level, it’s only a matter of time before he’s shown the door.
