In order to keep hold of one of their star players, Ajax has turned down a €80 million offer from Manchester United for Brazilian winger Antony.

Manchester United will need reinforcements after a disappointing previous season and a mediocre start to the new Premier League season in recent weeks.

After just two games, including a four-goal thrashing by Brentford, Erik ten Hag finds his team at the bottom of the league.

One player Manchester United targeted in the early stages of the transfer window was Ajax winger Antony, but they appeared to cool their interest due to the Dutch club’s valuation.

However, according to The Athletic, Manchester United have recently submitted an €80m bid for Antony, which was swiftly rejected by Ajax.

The Eredivisie champions have reiterated that Antony is not for sale, and it’s a surprise to see Manchester United come back in for the 22-year-old after being rejected earlier in the summer.

On the other hand, after losing their first two games, Ten Hag appears to have demanded more signings from the club, and another attempt to bring in Antony seems to be a desperate attempt to improve the squad before the window closes.