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Dan Marsh

Antony issues apology for refusing to play after record transfer to Man Utd

Manchester United new £85million man Antony has apologised to Ajax fans after he went on strike to secure his dream Premier League move.

The Brazilian forward was a firm fan favourite in Amsterdam and played a crucial role in the side that won the Eredivisie title under Erik ten Hag last term. But once Ten Hag was lured to Old Trafford by United, Antony was determined to follow the Dutchman to England.

After losing the services of Lisandro Martinez to Ten Hag and Manchester United earlier in the summer, Ajax were, understandably, reluctant to part ways with another of their prized assets - even though United were prepared to offer an astronomical sum to do a deal for the 22-year-old.

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