A move to Andalusia could be the best thing to happen to Manchester United winger Antony—or the start of a slide into obscurity.

Real Betis are closing in on a loan deal for Manchester United winger Antony, a source has told ESPN. A number of clubs have expressed an interest in signing the Brazil international in January. Real Betis are leading the race and although an agreement has not yet been reached,

The Old Trafford hierarchy are intent on overhauling the squad, but they first need to clear the wage bill in order to meet restrictions from Profit and Sustainability Rules. Antony is on a vast salary, reported to be around £200,000 a week, having been handed a major contract after moving to Manchester from Ajax in 2022.