The 25-year-old forward, who joined United in a deal worth €100million (£84m, $99m), started just two matches after Ruben Amorim’s arrival.

Real Betis will need to “crowdfund” to keep Antony beyond his half-season loan from Manchester United, team-mate Isco has suggested. Former Real Madrid midfielder Isco was full of praise for arguably the most expensive flop in United’s history after watching him play a lead role in Betis’s 2-1 derby win over Sevilla on Sunday.

Real Betis midfielder Isco says winger Antony has "surprised us all with his humility and desire to help" since arriving from Manchester United.