Manchester United complete signing of Brazil star Antony for US$95.2 million

Manchester United completed the signing of Antony from Ajax on Thursday for a fee reported to be US$95.2 million, making him the fourth most expensive signing in Premier League history.

The 22-year-old Brazilian international forward has signed a contract until 2027, with the option of an additional year.

The fee includes a potential US$5 million of add-ons.

“This is an incredible moment in my career to be joining one of the most iconic clubs in the world,” Antony said in a statement on United’s website.

His fee is a record for an Eredivisie player, surpassing the US$86 million Frenkie de Jong’s move from Ajax cost Barcelona three years ago.

Ironically De Jong had been United’s main transfer target for this season but they failed to secure him.