Manchester United have confirmed two major outgoing deals in the final hours of the summer transfer window, with Antony joining Real Betis and Rasmus Hojlund sealing a move to Napoli.

The exits mark the end of two high-profile, big-money signings that failed to live up to expectations at Old Trafford. Both Antony and Hojlund arrived for eye-watering sums, yet neither managed to establish themselves as long-term solutions for the Red Devils.

Antony Joins Real Betis

Real Betis have officially signed Brazilian winger Antony from Manchester United in a deal worth €25 million, including a 50% sell-on clause on any future profit.

Antony, who originally cost United more than €95m from Ajax, returns to Betis after a short loan spell last season. The transfer represents a huge financial loss for United, widely considered one of the worst signings in recent football history given the €70m deficit after just three years.

The move was delayed by negotiations over Antony’s salary reduction, but United will now make no further payments to the player.

Rasmus Hojlund Seals Napoli Switch

Meanwhile, striker Rasmus Hojlund has joined Serie A side Napoli on a season-long loan with a conditional obligation to buy for €44m (£38m) next summer. The clause will be triggered if Napoli qualify for the Champions League. United have also secured a significant loan fee as part of the deal.

Hojlund, 22, had expressed a desire to remain at Old Trafford, but was left out of Ruben Amorim’s squads for all four of United’s opening matches this season. Napoli swooped in after Romelu Lukaku suffered a thigh injury in pre-season, leaving the Italian champions desperate for attacking reinforcements.

The Denmark international previously attracted interest from Atalanta, RB Leipzig and Newcastle, but Napoli’s structured offer proved decisive.

United Count the Cost

While Manchester United will be relieved to move on two underperforming stars, both departures underline the club’s troubled transfer record in recent years. Antony’s €70m loss is a painful reminder of failed recruitment, while Hojlund’s exit — after just one season — highlights the instability surrounding United’s rebuild.

Still, United can take some comfort in offloading high wages and securing future clauses that may soften the financial blow.