Manchester City will compete with Barcelona for the signing of Ajax’s Brazilian star Antony, say reports.
The 21-year-old has started the season in fine form, scoring in the Champions League and earning his first senior Brazil caps.
That level of competition could end Barca’s chances of a deal, as the Catalan club face massive financial problems and huge debts.
The right winger scored a superb goal in Ajax’s 4-0 thumping of Borussia Dortmund this week, finding space in the box to curl a shot into the bottom corner.
Antony was involved in all three of Brazil’s World Cup qualifiers during this month’s international break and scored on his debut in a 3-1 win over Venezuela.
The future looks very bright for the quick-footed youngster, and it’s little wonder so many of Europe’s top clubs are eyeing a potential move.
That said, he’s likely to command a big transfer fee, especially if competition drives up the price.
The Brazilian’s value has risen to €25 million since the start of last season, according to Transfermarkt, and he has another four years remaining on his contract.
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