Manchester United loanee Antony has said that his move to Real Betis was what his career needed after not making an impact at Old Trafford.

Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini has hailed Antony ’s attitude since joining on loan from Manchester United, with the winger in sparkling form in Spain. The 24-year-old has made a great start to his short-term move, scoring two goals in his first three La Liga outings and three in four across all competitions.

Antony was allowed to depart Old Trafford after a largely disappointing spell following his £85million transfer from Ajax in the summer of 2022. Although, with no reported option for a permanent deal in his Real Betis loan agreement, the forward has made sure to not burn any bridges with his parent club.

Manchester United flop Antony insists that 'happiness' is the key to his upturn in form since leaving Old Trafford. "The most important thing is to be happy and I am very happy at Real Betis," he said. "Things happen naturally! Here, I can show the football that brought me to Europe."

Since arriving from Manchester United during the winter transfer window, Antony has made an exceptional start to life as a Real Betis player. The 24-year-old has amassed three goals and one assist in

Manchester United winger Antony has been enjoying a sensational start to life at Real Betis after a torrid time at Real Betis

Manchester United winger Antony has given a clear indication that he wants to extend his stay at Real Betis following his loan move in the January transfer window. The Brazilian winger has hit the ground running since his switch to Spain, scoring three goals in his first four appearances for Manuel Pellegrini’s side.