September 25th 2024.
Former Manchester United player Michael Owen has expressed his doubts about the potential of one of the club's stars, Antony. Despite the winger's undeniable talent, Owen believes that he may not have what it takes to succeed in the Premier League. Antony was brought to United at the recommendation of Erik ten Hag over two years ago, in a massive £85 million deal from Ajax. However, he has yet to live up to the high expectations set for him.
Although Antony did score his first goal of the season in the recent EFL Cup match against Barnsley, he has only been given a single minute of playing time in the Premier League so far this season. According to ten Hag, the 24-year-old needs to earn his spot in the starting lineup, but Owen is concerned that he may never be able to justify his hefty price tag. In an interview with The Agency, Owen stated, "I haven't seen enough from Antony to justify him starting every game for Manchester United. He's clearly a talented player and the club has invested a lot of money in him, so they will be desperate to see him succeed."
However, Owen doesn't believe that Antony's skills are well-suited for the Premier League. He explained, "I don't think he has the speed or agility to pull off his tricks and leave defenders behind. He may be better suited for a different team, but in the current Manchester United squad, it's difficult for any player to truly shine." Antony was even linked with a loan move during the summer transfer window, but he chose to stay and fight for his place at Old Trafford.
Owen believes that a fresh start may be necessary for Antony to truly reach his potential. "He may thrive in a different team, but at the moment, I'm not excited to see him on the pitch for United. He's shown glimpses of his talent, but I have my doubts about whether he can succeed in this team," Owen said. "Perhaps a change of manager or a different team dynamic could spark something in him. Only time will tell."
As for United, they currently sit in 11th place in the Premier League after five games. Their next match is against FC Twente in the Europa League before they face Tottenham next weekend. Owen was speaking on behalf of AceOdds, providing insights on Manchester United's news, exclusives, and analysis.
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