Antony promises Man Utd fans to improve after a 'very difficult' year

Signed from Ajax for a fee that could rise to £85 million ($108 million) in 2022, Antony has yet to live up to that hefty price tag and has come in for criticism from fans and pundits.
Despite his issues, the 24-year-old is convinced he can eventually establish himself as a key figure for the Red Devils, with the doubters only driving his determination.
"A lot happened over the year in my personal life. Like it or not, everything I went through had an effect on the pitch. It was very difficult for me and all my family, but I've learnt from it all. I've grown and matured," he said in an interview.
His slow first season at Old Trafford and his troubled second campaign - in which he has faced allegations of domestic abuse that he strongly denied - have led some to brand him an expensive flop.
"I believe I learnt a lot from the adversity. I learn from everything I go through and learn that everything is possible when you persist in achieving what you want. I’ve put the past behind me, what I went through last season," Antony continued.
The Brazilian went on to add: "There were good moments as well. Winning a trophy in a United shirt is really important. I matured and grew from it all and this will make me stronger going into this new season. I'm a lot more focussed and prepared to achieve great things."