Manchester United news: Ajax winger Antony's huge €100 million deal

The deal's structure hasn't been fully agreed upon yet, but Antony has written a contract for five years with an option of a sixth, according to Romano.

The signing would make Antony the third most expensive arrival in Manchester United history with Paul Pogba and Harry Maguire. On Monday, he'll take a flight to Manchester for a checkup.

A third offer for the attacker, worth about €90 million, was turned down by Ajax on Friday.

Manchester United have finally made headway in negotiations with the Dutch giants, and there is rising confidence at Old Trafford that the transaction will get done. When all of the add-ons are factored in, the contract is worth €100 million.

As a result, Ajax did not include Antony in their lineup to take against Utrecht on Sunday. The 22-year-old has missed his second straight game. Not only did he miss last week's victory over Sparta Rotterdam, but he also didn't attend that game.

A former teammate of Erik ten Hag's at Ajax, this individual has been eager to reunite with him. He's almost ready to make his move and arrest his target.

Manchester United have now won two games on the spin after Saturday's triumph over Southampton. After that game, Ten Hag made it clear he believed Manchester United would move fast if the opportunity emerged to buy the right player in this window.

The Brazilian winger, who moved to Ajax from Sao Paulo, scored 22 goals and assisted on 22 more in 82 games in all competitions.

Antony becomes United's fourth summer addition and their second from Ajax as Ten Hag attempts to stamp his imprint on his squad. Following a dismal start to the season, the 22-year-old aims to contribute to the Red Devils' recent excellent form.

Antony will sign with United pending a successful physical and an agreement on personal terms, making him eligible to make his debut on September 4 against Arsenal.

How would Antony fare at Manchester United?

Last year, Antony was Ajax's MVP in the Champions League. He scored three goals and dished out 12 assists for the team.

Having been tasked with turning around Manchester United, ten Hag has made him and Lisandro Martinez his first two direct moves from Ajax.

Recent victories over Liverpool and Southampton indicate improvement, and Antony might add much to the attack despite the danger involved with his expensive transfer fee.

Having coached Antony for the past two years, ten Hag is well-versed in the winger's strengths and weaknesses and will help him make a smooth transition to the Premier League. This is a hugely significant deal for Manchester United, and with Antony being only 22, the asking price may have gone higher after the World Cup in November.

Antony's skill with the ball will make him a handful for Premier League defenders. United got everything they needed out of him since he can pass, shoot, and take on his defender with his dribbling.

If ten Hag finds the left-wing equivalent of Sancho at Borussia Dortmund, United may swiftly become one of the most threatening assaults in the Premier League.