Man Utd flop Anthony Martial completes odd move after leaving on free transfer
Former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial has found a new club after leaving the Red Devils on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract in June
Anthony Martial, the ex-Manchester United forward whose time at the club was marred by injury, has finally penned a deal with Greek side AEK Athens.
The Frenchman waved goodbye to Old Trafford in June after an injury-riddled nine-year stint came to an unceremonious end. A free agent after his contract expired this past summer, AEK Athens have now snapped up the French forward.
Hot on the heels of David de Gea who spent a year club-less following his release from United in 2023, interest in Martial seemed thin on the ground post-United. However, AEK Athens have boldly rolled the dice on the French forward's fitness woes.
READ MORE: Villa fans joke they're 'winning the Champions League' after quick-fire double
READ MORE: CBS reveal behind-the-scenes response to Carragher's awkward Kate Abdo jibe
Martial bagged himself 90 goals throughout his Red Devils run, although persistent injuries haunted him during his time at Old Trafford. His final bow for United happened in December 2023, half a year before his contract ended.
Signed as a teen from Monaco, Martial made a splash by netting against Liverpool on debut, yet never quite lived up to the hype. In a statement to United fans following his exit, Martial said: "Dear Manchester United fans. It's with great emotion that I write to you today to say goodbye. After nine incredible years at the club, the time has come for me to turn a new page in my career.
What do you make of Anthony Martial's move to Greece? Let us know in the comments section below
"Since I arrived in 2015, I have had the immense honour of wearing this shirt and playing in front of you, the best supporters in the world! You have been an unwavering support, through the good times and the difficult. Your passion and loyalty have been a constant source of motivation for me."
"I'd like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you've done for me. Your songs, your encouragement and your love for the club are memories that will remain engraved in my heart forever."
"I would also like to express my gratitude to all my teammates, technical staff and all the members of the club I have met during my 9 years here. I am proud to have been able to share these experiences with you."
"Manchester United will always be in my heart. This club has left its mark on my career and offered me an incredible opportunity to play in front of you. I'm leaving to take on new challenges, I'll always be a Red Devil and I'll continue to follow the club's results with passion. Thank you again for everything, and see you soon. With all my affection, Anthony Martial."