Manchester United must decide on Antony and Marcus Rashford futures as their loan spells progress. Antony, thriving at Real Betis, has impressed fans and teammates, with Betis covering 80% of his £105,000-a-week wages. Meanwhile, Rashford scored twice in Aston Villa 3-0 FA Cup win over Preston, with Villa having a £40m purchase option, though United may face a £20m contract burden.
After being loaned to Real Betis in January, Antony has exceeded expectations, proving to be a valuable asset for the Spanish club. The Brazilian winger, who struggled to justify his £82 million price tag at Manchester United, has impressed with his performances. Betis, currently covering 80% of his £105,000-a-week wages, are eager to keep him permanently, but financial constraints make a deal difficult. His impact was evident in Betis’ recent comeback win over Sevilla, with captain Isco praising his attitude and influence on the team.
Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford continues to shine on loan at Aston Villa, scoring twice in their 3-0 FA Cup win over Preston. Villa have an option to buy him for £40 million in the summer, but United could still be burdened with paying £20 million for the remainder of his contract if Villa negotiate lower wages.
As Manchester United prepares to face Nottingham Forest, sitting 13th in the Premier League, manager Ruben Amorim has had 16 days to prepare following a 3-0 win over Leicester. With Leny Yoro, Luke Shaw, and Harry Maguire back in training, squad depth remains a concern. United’s summer transfers will depend on player sales, with Antony and Rashford’s futures still uncertain.
