“From our recent training session I can see that he’s not ready to improve. He has such a disruptive influence that it affects the game play of the other teammates. So he’s definitely going to leave the club in January” – Ruben Amorim reportedly plans to offload a Manchester United player perceived as a “disruptive influence” within the squad. Speculation is already mounting about a potential replacement, with a specific target identified to fit Amorim’s vision for rebuilding the team.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly set to part ways with Antony during the January transfer window. The Brazilian winger has struggled to make an impact at Old Trafford and is now viewed as a “disruptive influence” within the squad.

After a poor start to the Premier League season under Erik ten Hag, which saw the Red Devils secure just three wins in their first nine matches, United turned to Ruud van Nistelrooy as interim manager. Van Nistelrooy managed to stabilize the team slightly, adding four points in two games before Amorim’s appointment.

Amorim, fresh off a successful stint at Sporting Lisbon, has quickly identified areas for improvement in the United squad. Reports suggest Antony’s underwhelming performances and lack of starts this season—limited to just five appearances across all competitions—have made him surplus to requirements. The winger’s inconsistent form follows two disappointing seasons at the club, where he failed to justify his hefty price tag.

The Daily Star claims United are now prepared to listen to offers for Antony in January, either through a permanent sale or a loan arrangement. Amorim has already lined up a potential replacement, with Portuguese sensation Geovany Quenda, currently at Sporting Lisbon, named as his top choice.

Quenda’s inclusion would mark a significant step in reshaping United’s attack, which has been one of the least productive in the league this season. With Amorim’s preferred 3-4-3 system requiring players who fit his tactical vision, the Red Devils are expected to back their new manager by bringing in reinforcements and addressing the squad’s weaknesses.