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Deeney thinks United should sell Antony, even recommending he be included in a deal with Marcus Rashford if he departs.
Former Watford striker Troy Deeney has delivered a scathing critique of Manchester United winger Antony following his performance against Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup.
Deeney believes United should offload Antony, even suggesting he should be bundled out alongside Marcus Rashford if the latter were to leave.
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Antony was given a rare start by manager Ruben Amorim in the League Cup quarter-final at Tottenham.
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What Deeney said
Deeney, speaking on CBS Sports, didn't hold back in his assessment of Antony's performance.
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"As soon as Manchester United took Antony off, everybody else started running," Deeney observed.
He went on to deliver a harsh verdict on the player's future at the club.
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"They've got to cut ties with him. I don't want to make him the scapegoat but, honestly, watching him is so frustrating. This is your big moment. He doesn't run, he doesn't sprint, just get him out," Deeney insisted.
He continued, "If you're getting rid of Marcus Rashford, whoever is taking him, we'll pay you to take him [Antony] as well. Get him out the club"
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Deeney's comments paint a damning picture of Antony's contributions to Manchester United, suggesting that his presence on the pitch is detrimental to the team's performance.
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