Real Betis are closing in on a loan deal for Manchester United winger Antony, a source has told ESPN. A number of clubs have expressed an interest in signing the Brazil international in January. Real Betis are leading the race and although an agreement has not yet been reached,

La Liga side Real Betis are leading the chase to sign Manchester United winger Antony on loan for the rest of the season. The Brazilian has failed to come close to justifying his status as the second most expensive player in United's history.

Manchester United are making progress in talks over winger Antony’s proposed loan move to Real Betis. The Brazil international, 24, is yet to start a Premier League game this season and has made only seven substitute appearances in the competition.