Key Takeaways:
- Antony completed his transfer to Real Betis on the final day of the window after a lengthy negotiation process
- The Brazilian tallied nine goals and five assists in 26 appearances for Betis after arriving in January from Manchester United
- Betis secured 50% of Antony’s rights for €22 million plus €3 million in bonuses, maintaining financial discipline
Transfer Saga Culminates in Seville
After one of the most prolonged transfer sagas of the summer, Antony was officially introduced to Real Betis supporters and media. The move, completed on the last day of the transfer window, resolved a situation that had lingered for weeks, following the player’s difficult spell at Manchester United.
Performance Impact Following Arrival
Since joining Betis in January, the winger has made a significant impact. Over 26 appearances, Antony has scored nine goals and contributed five assists, quickly endearing himself to supporters at the Benito Villamarín Stadium.
Antony got emotional during his official return to Real Betis 💚 pic.twitter.com/okI6DBbBOb
— B/R Football (@brfootball) September 2, 2025
Details of the Transfer Agreement
The Verdiblancos were determined to retain Antony’s services following his impressive performances, but remained steadfast in upholding their financial guidelines. After protracted discussions and various developments, Betis acquired 50% of Antony’s rights for €22 million, with an additional €3 million contingent on bonuses.
| Player | Previous Club | Arrival at Betis | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Transfer Fee (€) | Percentage of Rights Acquired | Bonus (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antony | Manchester United | January | 26 | 9 | 5 | 22,000,000 | 50% | 3,000,000 |
Antony’s Emotional Speech in Seville
During his official presentation, the Brazilian was visibly moved, expressing gratitude for the support shown by Betis fans and reflecting on the challenges he faced since departing Manchester. Antony stated:
“What a difference! Seville is a much more beautiful city than Manchester, and finally I am here. I spent more than 40 days in a hotel, it was very difficult for me. I couldn’t sleep, I saw the fans’ affection, and for me, that’s much more important than all the money. Here, I feel the love, and that’s why coming here was my first choice. Now I am at the club and I am happy. I went through very tough moments, but now I am here and together we will try to achieve great things. Betis is a big club and can compete with any other team. I will wear this jersey with pride and thank everyone who made this possible,” said Antony through tears at his presentation.
