Antony future, Amorim Chelsea & more

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Manchester United are being kept informed on the situation of some left-backs this summer as that position could be covered with a new signing this summer. There are no specific names to mention yet, but it’s an area they are set to explore in the market.

I’m not sure this potential signing is linked with Luke Shaw, and we have to see also what happens with Tyrell Malacia, who’s been unlucky with injuries. Obviously we saw Sergio Reguilon join on loan in the first half of the season to help cover in that position, and it looks like it remains a position they’re exploring.

Still, as previously reported, we have to wait to see what happens with Man United’s new structure in terms of director etc. for the summer in order to understand the specific names they could go for.

The same is true with Antony’s situation. Although Erik ten Hag has spoken publicly to say the Brazilian winger hasn’t shown his potential, it is still too early to know what will be decided on his future.

It will depend on many factors: new director, Ten Hag and his decision, but also on the player himself as Antony rejected any opportunity in January to stay at Man United and fight for his place. For sure it’s a situation to follow for the summer, but to guarantee his exit we have to wait for next formal steps.

Chelsea lost the Carabao Cup final at the weekend and so of course all eyes are on Mauricio Pochettino again, with some reports of Ruben Amorim being eyed as a possible replacement for him.

Pressure has been there since the end of January – Chelsea want better results so pressure remains there but the priority has always been to finish the season with Pochettino and then assess the situation ahead of the summer transfer window. I think this would not have been an easy job for any manager; it’s a young squad and they need time to perform and create proper group. But of course, football is a results game and so pressure remains there.

As for Amorim links, it’s a possibility for him to leave Sporting Lisbon in the summer, yes. It’s not guaranteed yet but he’d be open to considering top clubs as he’s already done an…