Antony could land legendary Man Utd shirt number as options for jersey become clear

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Manchester United’s legendary number seven jersey if things land the right way.The now-former Ajax player is set to be unveiled as a United player after United agreed an £85million transfer fee with the club for the Brazilian- but questions remain over what kit number he will take up.Antony wore the number 11 in the Netherlands but it’s not thought he will be taking up that number again at Old Trafford because it's held by Mason Greenwood.READ MORE: Cristiano Ronaldo agent 'talking with Chelsea again' as Aubameyang transfer stallsThe winger also likes the number 39, the shirt he wore at his first club Sao Paulo and during his inaugural season at Ajax.But one Scott McTominay current occupies that number.

But there remains a distinct possibility that Antony takes up the number seven - the number made famous by United legends such as George Best, Eric Cantona, David Beckham, and Cristiano Ronaldo, who currently wears the jersey for the side. Would you give Antony the number seven shirt?

Let us know in the comments section belowHowever, Ronaldo, it’s been reported, has been pushing for a move away from United.

The superstar is reportedly in the hunt for Champions League football, and his agent, Jorge Mendes, is currently reaching out to certain clubs to see if he can strike a deal.And of course, if Ronaldo does leave, that will leave the number seven vacant for Antony to take up - with the new United man having played in that number for Sao Paulo during the 2018/19 campaign.Antony was brought to Ajax by United manager Erik ten Hag two years ago - and since then, the 22-year-old has scored 18 goals and provided 14 assists in 57 Eredivisie games.