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– Antony has expressed the great respect he has for new Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo and pledged to learn as much as he can from the iconic Portugal international.
– The Brazilian new boy made way for our no.7 after marking his Premier League debut against Arsenal with the opening goal in the 3-1 victory last weekend and admits it is such a pleasure to be working with a player he describes as the best in the world.
– During an exclusive interview with club media, before the Europa League tie with Real Sociedad, Antony was asked about the attacking line-up he is joining at Old Trafford and spoke about his excitement at adding to the armoury at Erik ten Hag’s disposal for the challenges ahead.
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– ““I’ve come to help my team-mates,”” he told us in an exclusive interview. “Regardless of age, there’s immense talent in all the players.
– ”Words can’t describe Cristiano, the best in the world. In just a few days, I’ve learnt a lot from him. He has an extraordinary mind and, whenever I talk to him, I take a lot from it.
– “I’m sure that we have a strong attack and it’s very promising for the future.”
– The South American forward also pledged to continue entertaining the crowd after his positive start to life with the Reds.
– ““I’ve always done this,”” he said, in reference to his skills and tricks. “Not just here but for all the teams I’ve played for.
– ”I’ve been doing it ever since I was a child. I’ve always done it – it’s one of my characteristics.
– “I am adapting and getting used to things here already. Entertaining is something I’ve always liked and I’ll continue doing it.”
– After the disappointing defeat on Thursday, the weekend fixture at Crystal Palace has, of course, been postponed as a mark of respect to the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, but Antony will be looking for more game-time soon as he continues the early part of his United career.
