Manchester Evening: Manchester United sells Anthony for £42.5 million this summer, Betis believes he will extend his rental period

May 4th, the Manchester Evening News wrote an article about Anthony's situation.

It is reported that Manchester United hopes to sell Anthony for £42.5 million this summer. The 25-year-old Brazilian has performed well since joining Real Betis on loan in January, scoring six goals and contributing four assists. Despite rumors that Anthony may try to reprove himself at Old Trafford, a permanent transfer seems to be the most likely outcome.

According to relevant media reports, Real Betis believes that Anthony is interested in extending his loan period and that he has made a commitment. However, Manchester United decided to wait until the season is over before formal transfer negotiations, as both teams are fighting for European events. Manchester United also hopes to give other clubs a chance to express their interest in Anthony, and Atletico Madrid has asked about his situation. The Red Devils reportedly determined to win Anthony's transfer fee through bidding because they knew Betis might struggle to meet their financial requirements. Manchester United are increasingly optimistic that they can recover transfer fees of up to £42.5 million, half of what they paid three years ago. In the first leg of the Europa League semi-finals on Thursday, Anthony scored a goal for Betis, helping the team beat Fiorentina. His performance in this game has left a deep impression, not only helping the team approach the qualifying zone of La Liga Champions League, but also almost leading the team to the finals of the European tournament.

Last Saturday, Real Betis sports director Manu Fajado confirmed that the club was working hard to sign Anthony. When talking about this, Manu Fajado said: "This is a personal satisfaction for me, but it is due to teamwork. Although I am responsible for sports management, there are many people involved in the signing. It is still early, but we will do everything we can to keep him here."

In addition, Real Betis head coach Pellegrini also expressed his satisfaction with Anthony and hoped to keep him. Speaking about Anthony, Pellegrini said: "I see Anthony very devoted to the team, the group and the club, and we will be happy if he stays, but now we need to focus on the moment."

Meanwhile, Amorin hints that Anthony may return to Manchester United and become part of plans for next season. Speaking about this, Amorin said: "All players who are loaned will return and then the club will decide what to do at the end of the season. When you loan players, the best thing is to make them perform. All of these players on loan have talent and they have to show up in the team."