Manchester United making progress in big-money pursuit of Ajax star Antony

The proposed transfer fee for the Brazil international is reportedly €100m including add-ons

PROGRESS: Antony (left) is keen to leave Ajax, and Manchester United are closing in on a deal. Pic: Michael Regan/PA

Manchester United are making progress in their big-money pursuit of Ajax star Antony, the PA news agency understands.

The Old Trafford giants brought manager Erik ten Hag over from the Dutch champions this summer and then returned to sign defender Lisandro Martinez.