According to Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag, Antony could play in the match against Galatasaray.

The Mirror reports that Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, has confirmed that Antony is back in training and is eligible to play in the Champions League match against Galatasaray.

Says Ten Hag:

“Antony’s return to team training was yesterday, but he will be taken into consideration.” Following our last workout, we will decide.

Greater Manchester Police spoke with the winger last week over claims of physical violence.

The Brazilian was questioned by detectives for five hours; he denied the allegations and United had granted him a leave of absence to deal with them. Though he hasn’t played in their last five games, the 23-year-old is back in the weight room and ready to go.

Manchester United’s Antony.

Antony’s return to the team is crucial because there was a serious dilemma on the attacking wings. The fact that Jadon Sancho was left off the squad also hindered the outcome as United fell short against Crystal Palace in the league.

Antony refutes the allegations made against him, has not been arrested or charged in connection with them in Brazil or the UK, and is still fully cooperating with the investigations being conducted by both nations.

Insiders close to the football player claim that he has provided evidence to support his strong denials of the charges made against him.

In response, Antony said on social media that:

“I can calmly state that the charges are unfounded and that my innocence is demonstrated by the evidence that has been and will continue to be produced.”

Antony was in the Old Trafford stands on Saturday to watch United’s defeat to Crystal Palace, which was their worst league start in thirty-four years.

Antony, a Brazilian midfielder for Manchester United, celebrates his goal.

After losing the opening game to Bayern Munich two weeks ago, Ten Hag’s team also urgently needs to win to get back into the Champions League.

Given that Antony is not yet found guilty, it makes sense to keep him on the squad. It’s clear that Ten Hag believed in himself since he made the critical choice to start the Brazilian in United’s pivotal midweek game.

Now, it will be intriguing to watch how both sets of fans respond and whether Ten Hag gives him the chance to play in this match. Considering how important our UEFA Champions League games are this season, it would be a tough match for the Brazilian star to return.

We are currently attempting to recover our status as one of the UCL favorites and one of Europe’s most feared clubs, therefore every game matters. With all eyes on us, let’s hope Antony can turn his attention to the game and get us across the finish line.

We need experience, especially with Alejandro Garnacho and Facundo Pellistri still in their infancy, in case Jadon Sancho isn’t available.