“Enough is enough, I can’t continue to cover him so from now on he is off the team and he’s sitting on bench till the next transfer window” – Erik ten Hag has reached a decision, and Manchester United are actively seeking to remove their £200k-per-week player from the wage bill as quickly as possible.

Manchester United were open to offers for Antony during the summer transfer window, but none materialized, reflecting the Brazilian’s underwhelming stint at Old Trafford. He joined from Ajax with high expectations, but the initial promise has faded.

According to a report from Football Insider, United are now considering loaning out Antony in January, including an option to buy. However, any deal would require a significant portion of his wages to be covered by the loaning club.

Amad Diallo’s rise has pushed Antony down Erik ten Hag’s preference for the right-wing spot. It’s reported that Ten Hag, who initially signed Antony from Ajax, is now open to selling him, as the player hasn’t shown enough progress.

Antony has only featured twice in the Premier League this season, both as a substitute, and is no longer seen as part of the manager’s plans. This situation is concerning for an £86 million signing.

It’s already acknowledged that finding a permanent buyer for Antony will be difficult, as clubs are unlikely to meet United’s valuation due to his disappointing performances.

The report suggests that United are looking to free up wages to accommodate new signings and strengthen the squad after a slow start to the season. Adding a new winger and a left-back are among the priorities.