Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has emphasised that winger Antony needs to demonstrate his worth in training to secure a spot in the starting lineup. Speaking about the Brazilian’s situation, Ten Hag acknowledged Antony’s eagerness to play but stressed the importance of earning his place.
Competition for Places
Ten Hag highlighted the strong performances of other players in the squad, mentioning Amad Diallo and Alejandro Garnacho as effective options, and noted Marcus Rashford’s recent goal-scoring form. “We have Amad and Garna who have been very effective, Rashford scoring at the weekend,” Ten Hag stated.
Antony’s Challenge
The manager made it clear that Antony must surpass his teammates through his efforts in training. “Antony has to earn the right in training. The others are doing well so he has to get over them,” Ten Hag remarked.
Recent Context
This statement follows a series of comments from Ten Hag regarding Antony’s limited appearances and the need for the player to rebound and fight for his position at Manchester United.