Man Utd's Antony pursuit takes another twist - FootballTransfers recap

Suraj Radia
Suraj Radia
  • Updated: 25 Aug 2022 22:42 BST
  • 4 min read
Antony, Ajax, Manchester United, 2022/23
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Despite the draw for for the Champions League group stages providing much entertainment, it was still an eventful day in the transfer market as teams look to finalise their squads for the new season.

Manchester United were dealt a blow in their pursuit of Ajax's Antony while Cristiano Ronaldo was linked with his most bizarre club yet as we reach the business end of the transfer window.

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Take a look back at another exciting day on FootballTransfers.

Man Utd's Antony transfer takes twist as Ajax boss claims winger will stay

Ajax boss Alfred Schreuder has said he expects Antony to remain at the club despite the winger training away from the first team, amid transfer links to Manchester United.

The Brazilian is desperate to join United before the transfer window closes next week and reports have suggested he has formally asked Ajax to sanction his dream move.

Liverpool considering shock transfer for De Jong

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona, 2022/23
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Liverpool have become the latest club to register an interest in Frenkie de Jong and the Reds are reportedly willing to offer Barcelona a total of €71 million for the midfielder.

De Jong has been told he must leave Barcelona or take a pay cut but the Dutchman has been reluctant to depart despite having an offer from Manchester United on the table for most of the summer.

Cristiano Ronaldo: Strangest transfer rumour yet for Man Utd striker

Cristiano Ronaldo, Rangers FC, 2022/23
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Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo has found himself front and centre of football transfer news all summer due to his desire to leave the club.

Despite being a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Ronaldo’s options have steadily been whittled away as he seeks a move to a club that matches his ambitions.

Revealed: Barcelona set date for Aubameyang's Chelsea transfer

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Barcelona 2022-23
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Barcelona are confident that the sale of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to Chelsea will be completed in the coming days.

Aubameyang has emerged as a top target for the Blues, who are keen to strengthen up front after letting Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner both leave this summer.

Man Utd set for ANOTHER Real Madrid transfer raid

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United, 2022/23
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Manchester United are gearing up for a second raid on Real Madrid this summer.

Blancos favourite Casemiro has already completed a move to Old Trafford and has been cleared to make his debut on Saturday against Southampton after receiving a United Kingdom work permit.

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