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Antony reveals why leaving Man United for Spain was his best move yet
TL;DR
Antony explains that leaving Manchester United for Spain was his best decision, citing challenges in adapting to the English game. He initially impressed at United but struggled to maintain form.
Key points
- Antony left Manchester United for Spain.
- He struggled to adapt to the English game.
- He initially scored in his first three games.
- Manchester United paid over ÂŁ80 million for him.
- Antony's early performance was impressive.
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Antony reveals why leaving Man United for Spain was his best move yet
Manchester United have signed some high-profile flops over the last decade or so, with an eye-watering amount of money being wasted on players who have simply not lived up to their billing.
Brazilian winger Antony certainly falls into that category after United splashed out more than ÂŁ80 million to bring the former Ajax man to Old Trafford.
The 26-year-old started like a house on fire, scoring a goal on his debut against Arsenal, followed by strikes in each of his next two games, making him the first player to score in each of his opening three games for the club. However, things quickly went south for the wide man, who found the pace and power of the English game just too much to handle.
Spanish sanctuary
After struggling to get minutes in Manchester, Antony spent the second half of last season on loan at Real Betis and agreed a deal last summer to make his stay in Spain a permanent one.
The forward has impressed during his time on the continent, with the intensity of the Spanish top flight allowing him to flourish in La Liga.
In an exclusive interview ESPN Brazil, Antony has spoken about his time in Spain and feels he made the right decision for his career and his family to leave Old Trafford when he did.
Q&A
Why did Antony leave Manchester United for Spain?
Antony left Manchester United for Spain because he found the pace and power of the English game too challenging to handle.
What was Antony's performance like at Manchester United?
Antony started strong at Manchester United, scoring in his first three matches, but his performance declined over time.
How much did Manchester United pay for Antony?
Manchester United paid over ÂŁ80 million to sign Antony from Ajax.
What impact did Antony have during his early games at United?
Antony made an immediate impact by scoring on his debut and in his first two subsequent games, becoming the first player to score in each of his opening three matches for the club.
