ANTONY has hit out at the agency claiming to have played a significant role in facilitating his huge move to Manchester United.
The winger, 22, became the most expensive signing of the summer transfer window when he made a blockbuster £85.5million move to Old Trafford on deadline day.
United boss Erik ten Hag made him a priority target when he took over from Ralf Rangnick in May, but Ajax were reluctant to sell their star man until the Red Devils tabled a mammoth bid.
However, several parties are now attempting to claim credit for facilitating the huge move.
Forza Sports Group, owned by Revien Kanhai, took to social media to state that they had played a significant role in the “biggest transfer” of the year.
But, Antony’s agent disputed the claim and suggested that he played the defining part in the move.
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Both parties are eager to be credited with arranging the move as it will see them earn a £20m bonus.
And Antony has finally set the record straight, confirming that the Forza Sports Group DID NOT play a part.
The winger took to Instagram to respond to a post by Kanhai’s agency which suggested that it had orchestrated the deal.
He said: “This must be a joke!??!!
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“After so much work by our team/family, an unknown person wants to take control of my transfer.
“I kindly ask you to delete my name from your publication, as YOU were not involved in the negotiation of my contract nor the negotiation of the transfer between the two clubs #respect.”
Antony made his Old Trafford debut just a few days after signing a five-year deal with Man Utd.
He scored the opening goal during the club’s 3-1 win over Arsenal on Sunday and celebrated by kissing the badge.
After the game he took to social media to thank everyone at the club. He said: “A huge thanks to all MU staff and my teammates!!
“I’ll never forget this day! To United fans, all my affection for this reception! Let’s go for more! That’s just the beginning.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
