Manchester United have been given fresh hope of prising Antony away from Ajax - after Gerry Hamstra confirmed that the Dutch giants view Francisco Conceicao as the coveted forward's long-term replacement.
Erik ten Hag is an avid admirer of Antony and is keen to work with the versatile star again at Old Trafford. The 22-year-old clocked up 22 goal contributions for Ajax in 32 appearances last term and is sold on the idea of a megabucks move to the Premier League.
It was claimed earlier this month that United had submitted an opening bid worth €60million (£51m) for the winger, but it was swiftly rebuffed by Ajax, who are thought to be holding out for a sum of around €80m (£68m) for their prized attacking asset.
