As the season nears its end, Manchester United (MU) is facing increasing chaos. They are running out of center-backs due to injuries. In the match against Crystal Palace, veteran Jonny Evans had to play despite failing a fitness test before the game. With a makeshift defense and a lackluster attack, it’s understandable that they suffered a 0-4 defeat at Selhurst Park.

One of the most disappointing attackers was Antony. The Brazilian midfielder was virtually invisible on the field for 60 minutes, with no successful shots or impactful plays. Antony has struggled to maintain his form throughout the season.

To make matters worse, the “marquee signing” of MU is now caught up in shocking rumors. According to Brazil’s Globo, Antony insulted manager Erik Ten Hag, referring to his coach as “bald egg head” in the team’s chat group.

The situation became more serious when Antony’s remark was captured and sent to Ten Hag by one of the players. The context and intention behind the Brazilian midfielder’s statement are unclear, but it’s evident that it was not the right thing to do.

Globo’s sources reveal that the player who disclosed the comment to Ten Hag was Mason Mount. The Dutch coach is said to have planned a private conversation with Antony after the Crystal Palace match. The development of this story remains uncertain, but if true, it is likely to mark the end of Antony’s tenure at Old Trafford.

It should be noted that Ten Hag was the one who brought Antony to Old Trafford from Ajax. The player has been consistently supported by the Dutch coach over the past two years. Ten Hag believed in Antony’s talent and thought he needed time to shine.

However, as time goes on, fans are starting to doubt the truth of Ten Hag’s claims. Antony has even been involved in controversies related to his personal life off the pitch. His performances on the field have been far from impressive.

If Ten Hag follows his “tough stance with players,” Antony is likely to face internal disciplinary action similar to Sancho. Failing to do so would severely damage Ten Hag’s credibility with both the MU players and the fans, as it would be seen as favoritism towards Antony.