The agent of Antony has downplayed talk his client could be leaving Manchester United this summer.

Antony has been linked with a loan exit from Old Trafford in recent weeks after enduring two underwhelming seasons at the club since his big-money move from Ajax.

It seems the Brazilian will be staying put and remaining part of Ten Hag’s squad, however, if comments made by the player’s representative are anything to go by.

Speaking out on such speculation, Junior Pedroso said: “I see reports about potential exit on loan. Antony’s plan is clear: Manchester United. He wants to stay, he’s only focused on Man United. We already spoke about that with the club.”

Convinced the 24-year-old can still be a success at United, Ten Hag this week told AD: “I am still convinced that Antony has the potential to play at this club. He certainly showed that potential in the first month. He scored three times in his first three games. After that it became more difficult, last season was not good.”

Antony himself responded to his critics back in April, making clear he was content with his performance levels despite many thinking differently.

“I’m really happy with my form, I’ve worked very hard every day towards this,” he remarked. “I’ve been working hard in training for months now, so I’m very pleased with my performances and I hope to improve with every game. I know that there is a lot that can be improved and I’ve worked on this. I’m happy seeing my performances improve game by game.”