Martial set for AEK Athens move after Man United exit

Former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial is set to complete a permanent transfer to Greek Super League side AEK Athens.

Martial, who left United earlier this year following the expiry of his contract, will arrive in Greece later on Wednesday and sign a deal reportedly worth £2.5million per season.

The Frenchman’s contract will see him become the Greek side’s top earner and surpass former Tottenham man Erik Lamela, who joined the club in July.

Martial arrived at Old Trafford in 2015 for £36m, with his move the highest transfer fee paid for a teenager.

He marked his debut with a goal in a 3-1 victory over Liverpool, and went on to score 17 goals in 49 appearances in all competitions during his debut year with the Red Devils.

Martial enjoyed his most prolific campaign in 2019-20, registering 34 goal contributions (23 goals and 11 assists), but subsequently struggled to regain his goalscoring touch.

Over the next four seasons, the Frenchman netted 19 times in all competitions, and played just 629 minutes under Erik ten Hag last term.

Martial ended his United career with 90 goals in 317 appearances along with four trophies, including the 2016-17 Europa League.

He will join a number of former Premier League players at AEK, including ex-Watford stars Roberto Pereyra and Nordin Amrabat, as well as former Brentford goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha.

Ο μάγος έρχεται!!!
Ραντεβού στο αεροδρόμιο!!!
Arrival: Anthony Martial
Time: 20:40
Location: El. Venizelos airport Meeting point: Exit 7#aekfc #aekfcseason2024_2025 #summertransfers #Martial pic.twitter.com/yls71N3NJP

— AEK F.C. (@AEK_FC_OFFICIAL) September 18, 2024