Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is looking to reunite with another familiar face from his Ajax days in an effort to help Brazilian winger Antony rediscover his form. After a challenging season in the Premier League, Antony, who joined United in a high-profile £86 million transfer, has struggled to replicate his impressive performances from the Eredivisie.
However, Ten Hag believes that bringing in right-back Noussair Mazraoui could be the key to unlocking Antony’s true potential at Old Trafford.According to The Times, Mazraoui has emerged as a significant transfer target for United.
The Moroccan international played a crucial role under Ten Hag at Ajax, forming a strong partnership with Antony on the right flank. This dynamic duo was instrumental in Ajax’s domestic success, and Ten Hag is hopeful that reuniting them at United could help Antony regain his confidence and form. Bayern Munich, Mazraoui’s current club, is reportedly open to selling the 26-year-old for a fee between £17 million and £21 million.
United’s transfer ambitions are tempered by financial constraints, having already spent nearly £90 million on new signings Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro this summer. To facilitate Mazraoui’s move, the club needs to generate funds through player sales. One significant outgoing is Mason Greenwood, who has completed a transfer to Marseille in a deal worth around £26.6 million.
The deal includes a sell-on clause, ensuring United will benefit from any future transfer involving Greenwood.In a bid to raise additional funds, United is considering offloading Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The former Crystal Palace right-back, who joined United in 2019 for £50 million, is reportedly on West Ham’s radar.
The Hammers are prepared to offer £15 million for Wan-Bissaka, who is in the final year of his contract at Old Trafford. This sale would pave the way for Mazraoui’s arrival, providing United with a right-back who can rekindle his successful partnership with Antony.Wan-Bissaka isn’t the only player who could be on the move this summer. United is open to serious offers for several squad members as part of their rebuilding process following a disappointing 2023/24 campaign. High-profile names such as Casemiro, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Scott McTominay, and Christian Eriksen are all reportedly available for the right price, highlighting the club’s intent to overhaul the squad and improve its fortunes under Ten Hag.As the transfer window progresses, United fans will be eager to see how these potential moves unfold.
Reuniting Mazraoui and Antony could provide the spark Ten Hag’s side needs, helping the Brazilian winger regain his Eredivisie form and making a significant impact in the Premier League.
