Author of a solid loan last season at Real Betis Balompié (9 goals and 5 assists in 26 matches), Antony (25) had returned to Manchester United where he was in a situation of failure. Sold for 22 million euros in Verdiblancos, he could have joined another club. In an interview for The Cadena Copehe announced an interest from Bayern Munich during the summer.
“I spoke with Bayern Munich the day before my signature in Betis. I do not know if the offer was 7 million euros (annual salary nets), I did not speak. But when I discussed with them, I said that I gave my word to Betis, that everything was 95 % closed and that I would hold it. Out of respect, by affection and the certainty of being happy here, I make this decision with all the respect that I carry at Bayern Munich, one of the three best clubs in the world. I don't know what's going on then “he said.
