Anthony Matheus dos Santos is considered to be Neymar’s successor in Brazil for his amazing performance in matches. However, the brazilian ‘gem’ it also shines with its own light, which is why it is coveted by various football teams. One of them most recently was Manchester United, a club that didn’t skimp on paying out the €100m sum to bring the player into their ranks. In just four years and at the height of his youth, he made history by becoming one of the Red Devils’ most expensive signings.
The first steps of Antony, the Brazilian “Jewel”
Ever since he was young, his way of playing has caught the attention of thousands of people. Born in Osasco, Antony displayed a unique football talent that made him stand out on the pitch. This led him to wear the jersey of São Paulo between the ages of 12 and 19 and embark on a journey of adventure and challenges in the sport he loves.
The Brazilian “gem” made his debut for the Brazilian team at the age of 12. Photo: @CBF_Futebol/ Twitter
In his country’s team, Antony managed to train professionally and take part in 52 games, in which he scored six goals. Although he only played for one season in the Brazilian team, he was able to improve his performance, show his talent and make himself felt not only in the Bundesliga Brazil but all over the world. So Ajax have targeted him and made him a promising proposition to continue in the big leagues.
The move from Ajax to Manchester United
In February 2020 after being seen with Brazil In the pre-Olympic game won by Argentina, Ajax’s recruiters didn’t hesitate to take him away. The Dutch club paid more than 15 million euros plus goals and 20% of a future purchase to have him in the Sao Paulo team.
And Ajax Anthony He showed his quality and shone with what he does best: dribbling. In two dream seasons, he distinguished himself by his high level on the pitch.
In the first season he made 46 appearances between La Liga and European competitions. Here he scored 10 goals and was able to make as many passes. In the second season, the Brazilian took part in 33 games and scored 12 goals while assisting his teammates up to 10 times.
For Antony, the football club Ajax from Amsterdam it allowed him to explore different styles of play that allowed him to improve professionally. “It was the club that opened the doors to me since I arrived. I felt really good because I always felt at home,” he said for the Manchester United interview.
However, for him begins with the offer of a new challenge Manchester United. The team did everything they could to make Antony’s signing with the Red Devils a reality. This would not have been possible without the fight Eric ten Hagwho convinced the board of the ‘Red Devils’ to bring him into their ranks.
The Brazilian with Erik ten Hag after confirming his entry into the ‘Red Devil’s’. Photo: Manchester United
This signing became historic because Manchester United ended up paying 100 million euros for the purchase. This made him the second highest-paid signing, followed by Paul Pogba (105m). This was also a milestone in the special pitchbecause the Brazilian “gem” is the first player in the league to be bought for a gigantic sum.
New challenges and a reunion with Lisandro Martínez
Antony is thrilled with his new team. This is how he made it known in the interview he gave for Manchester United.
“Firstly, I’m very happy to be here at Manchester United. For me this is a dream. A dream that comes true. I am very grateful for everyone’s support and trust. I want to come here to make history,” he said.
As such, not only does he hope to hone his skills and continue his legacy, he also strives to contribute to the team and build trust with his teammates. According to the Brazilian, his new challenge is to show his talent.
“My strength is skill, dribbling, creativity. I think my strength is creativity in attack, dribbling, passing to make it easier for my teammates to get the ball. So those are my positive points, so I’ll try to make a difference in that way.”
Lisandro Martínez and Antony will play together for Manchester United. Photo: Manchester United Daily News
This post also wants to do it on the side Lisandro Martinez, a player he met while working at Ajax. “I hope we can be together again and write more stories,” he said of it.
Without a doubt, Antony and the Manchester United fans are in for big surprises. With a long history as a player, both in his development in the Brazilian team, his participation in the 2020 Olympics, his role as a forward at Ajax and now with his new addition to the English professional football team, the 22-year-old footballer showed that he continue to shine and achieve much more.
Antony and Qatar 2022
Anthony is a young football promise for Brazil. With his recent contract, he has shown that he is up to big challenges. For this reason, the coach of the Brazilian team, Tite, would also have his sights set on him for the World Cup.
How tall is Antony and other facts about his physique?
According to Marca website, Antony Matheus is a Brazilian soccer player who is 1.72cm tall, weighs 63kg and is left-handed.