Bart Sanders reported that Manchester United winger Antony was likely to join fellow Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers instead of returning to Ajax. It was suggested that Antony might initially leave the club on loan, allowing Manchester United to potentially increase his value before a permanent sale. Antony was considered as a possible replacement for Pedro Neto at Wolves, following Neto's transfer to Chelsea in the summer. A loan move to Wolves was seen as an opportunity to determine if the Brazilian could perform at the required level in the Premier League.