Man United considers replacing Antony with Prem flop, who only lasted 2 matches at Everton

According to reports, Manchester United are considering a shock move for free agent Anwar El Ghazi to solve their winger’s headache.

Erik ten Hag is left with no options after Jadon Sancho’s explosive statement and Antony’s suspension amid accusations of violence against women.

Sancho is now expected to leave in the January transfer window as relations with his boss appear irreparable, while Antony could face a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

The Daily Mail claim United chiefs could solve the problem by signing former Aston Villa and Everton striker El Ghazi. They are said to be considering a decision in his favor. He was due to spend the 2022/23 season with Dutch club PSV Eindhoven, but his contract was mutually terminated last week, meaning he could go to Old Trafford despite the deadline. pass.

The 28-year-old, who has made two international appearances for the Netherlands, is also said to have received an offer from the Saudi Pro League, so United may have to act quickly if they want to.

After breaking through at Ajax, El Ghazi was bought by Lille at the age of 21 in January 2017 and joined Villa 18 months later. After a season on loan in the Midlands, during which he helped them gain promotion to the Premier League, they bought him permanently for £8m.

He scored 15 goals and provided five assists in 71 top-flight matches before going into decline and being loaned to Everton for the second half of the 2021/22 season. El Ghazi only had two substitute appearances for the Toffees, a total of 11 minutes.

The sacking of Rafa Benitez just days after his arrival left him behind. He left Villa permanently at the end of this season and scored eight goals in the Eredivisie last season, but is currently without a club.