Anthony Martial has finally agreed on his next career move and he has decided to remain in Europe.
Martial has been without a club a club since his departure from Manchester United at the end of the season, when his contract at Old Trafford expired.
He had offers to move to Saudi Arabia’s Pro League and also talked with club’s in Qatar, and a move away from Europe looked the most likely scenario as he also held talks with Brazil’s Flamengo.
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AEK Athens seal Anthony Martial deal
HITC understands that AEK Athens offered Anthony Martial one of the biggest contracts in Greek football history to persuade him to join them.
However, the 28-year-old has now agreed terms on a major deal that will be the biggest in their history, surpassing the deal Erik Lamela currently has.
AEK have agreed a three-year deal with Martial, but sources believe there are break clauses for both sides to leave earlier if required.
Martial shuns interest from the Premier League
Whilst rejecting the chance to move to a number of different leagues across the world, sources have told HITC that there was the chance that he could remain in England.
HTIC has been informed by sources that conversations have taken place with Premier League clubs in recent weeks – but it is not believed any of the options appealed to the French star.
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