Brazil legend Rivaldo has leaped to the defence of Manchester United duo Casemiro and Antony after the criticism this season.
Both Casemiro and Antony joined United last season but while Casemiro enjoyed a good debut season, Anthony has faced his fair share of criticism in the last two years.
Rivaldo, who is a World Cup winner, feels Antony should leave England to better his career after a slow start.
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"I still say Manchester United winger Antony is a great player. He's already played in a World Cup for Brazil and he's still young with plenty of football to play," the Ballon d'Or winner told Betfair.
"He's currently at a club that's been going through difficult times for a while now, so in my opinion leaving England could be good for him.
"Moving to a side in Spain, Germany or Italy could be fundamental for his progression now. With his skills and the football that he can play, I think that he would fit very well into any big team in Spain, for example. It could be good for him to go to a club where he can return to playing regularly and aim to get back into the Brazilian team. Who knows, maybe in 2026 he can play in another World Cup."
When discussing Casemiro, Rivaldo added, "As mentioned, Manchester United are not the club they once were. The club is going through difficulties, and it is unfair that Casemiro is criticised for that.
"It is up to the club to put together a strong squad and then it depends on all the players performing so that they can compete for titles.
"I've heard rumours that he could go to Saudi Arabia, but if he wants to play in a World Cup, he must go back to Spain, or move to Italy, and compete at the highest level because he still has the skills necessary for that."
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