Manchester United winger Antony is reportedly seeking a loan move away from the club and may have already played his last game for the team. Fenerbahce, managed by Jose Mourinho, are leading the race to sign the Brazilian player. Other clubs such as Antony’s former club Ajax, as well as teams in Spain, France, and Saudi Arabia, are also monitoring the situation. Though Antony joined Man Utd for a significant fee two years ago, he has struggled to settle at Old Trafford and has only played one minute in the Premier League this season. The club is believed to be keen on pushing through a loan deal, with any permanent departure likely to occur next summer.
In addition to potentially letting Antony go, Manchester United is considering targeting Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze next summer. The England international is also reportedly a target for Manchester City. United are also looking to sign a defender and a midfielder, with Jarrad Branthwaite of Everton being one of the center backs they are monitoring. It is noted that Everton valued Branthwaite at a high price in the summer, but there may be continued interest in the player. Eze has a release clause of £68 million that could be reactivated next year. United currently have four wingers, including Jadon Sancho on loan at Chelsea, but are looking to strengthen their attacking options.
Former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is on the verge of being confirmed as the coach of the US men’s national team. Pochettino has been considering his options since leaving Chelsea in the summer and managing the US team leading up to the home 2026 World Cup could be an enticing prospect. Pochettino has never coached at the international level but has extensive experience at top clubs. With the US hosting the 2026 World Cup and the opportunity to lead the team in a major tournament, Pochettino’s potential hiring is seen as a significant move for the national team. The USMNT recently lost to Canada on home soil and will be looking to improve under new leadership.
It is reported that Antony’s departure from Manchester United could come through a loan deal, with Fenerbahce being the front-runners to sign the winger. Other clubs, including Ajax, are also monitoring the situation. Despite joining Man Utd for a significant fee two years ago, Antony has struggled to make an impact and has seen limited playing time this season. The club is believed to be open to allowing the player to leave on loan, with a permanent transfer more likely to happen next summer. United are also looking to strengthen their squad next summer, with Eze and Branthwaite among the players they are keeping an eye on.
As Manchester United consider potential signings for next summer, Crystal Palace’s Eze is reportedly on their radar. The England international is also said to be a target for Manchester City. United are also interested in signing a defender and a midfielder, with Branthwaite of Everton being one of the players they are monitoring. Eze has a release clause of £68 million, which could be activated next year. United currently have a number of wingers in their squad, but are looking to add more options in attack. Antony’s loan move and potential departure will open up space for new signings to bolster the team for the future.
