Manchester United ‘set to intensify’ interest in Brazil international amidst uncertainty surrounding Mason Greenwood’s future: Reports

If the latest reports are to be believed, Manchester United are stepping up their interest in Ajax winger Antony as the future of Mason Greenwood at the club remains uncertain.

Greenwood was arrested last month on suspicion of rape and sexual assault after his ex-girlfriend, Harriet Robson, accused the forward in social media posts, detailing gruesome injuries.

Manchester United announced that the 20-year-old would not train with the squad or play matches and have maintained that stance even after Greenwood was released on bail.

Many expect the Red Devils to dip into the market for attacking reinforcements, with the academy graduate's future at the club uncertain.

According to 90Min.com's Graeme Bailey, Manchester United are set to intensify their interest in Ajax's Antony. However, they will face competition from a host of Premier clubs.

Liverpool have been monitoring the player since his Sao Paulo days and have maintained their interest. The Reds recently added Luiz Dias to their ranks and have two of the best Premier League wide players in Mohammad Salah and Sadio Mane. Despite this, Liverpool are still assessing their options for attacking talent. Both Salah and Mane's contracts expire in 2023 and the stars have not yet agreed to an extension.

The report also states that Chelsea are keen on the Ajax star, and Manchester City have a long-standing interest in the 21-year-old Brazilian.

Antony could prove to be the suitable replacement for Mason Greenwood at Manchester United

With a cloud hanging over Mason Greenwood's future at the club, Manchester United may have spotted one of the best replacements for him in Antony.

The Brazilian has played an instrumental role in Ajax's fine run this campaign, especially in the Champions League.

The 21-year-old racked up two goals and four assists in Europe's premier competition as Ajax won all six of their group stage matches.

Even his manager Erik ten Hag, who has been linked with a move to United, said in December that it would be hard to keep Antony.

“From a sporting point of view, it is clear that he is an incredible talent," Ten Hag told Good Morning Oranje.

"He is going through an incredibly beautiful development. Especially if we perform in the Champions League, then it is clear that he will come into the spotlight and be interesting for a lot of clubs."

If Ten Hag does take up the job at Old Trafford, United fans can expect the Dutch manager to try and persuade the Brazilian winger to join him at Manchester.