Former centre-back Rio Ferdinand is backing Antony to become a real crowd-pleaser at Old Trafford following confirmation of his impending arrival at Manchester United.
United, who will be going in search of a third successive victory when they travel to Leicester City on Thursday night, have confirmed that they have reached an agreement with Ajax to sign the Brazilian, subject to him passing his medical, agreeing personal terms and securing international clearance. He will join the club in a deal worth up to €100million (£85.5m), making him their second-most-expensive signing of all-time.
Manager Erik ten Hag has wanted to add Antony to his pool of attacking options throughout the summer, quickly identifying him as his top target to strengthen United's wide options. United were forced to cool their interest in the 22-year-old not so long ago because of Ajax's hefty-sized financial demands.
