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Former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam urges Anthony to 'step up a gear' after underwhelming debut Premier League season

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Former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam has called on Antony to improve after a disappointing debut season in the Premier league.

The Brazilian winger joined the Red Devils from Ajax for £85.5million last summer but failed to live up to high expectations.

Stam believes Antony has the skill set to be a success at Old Trafford but needs to 'step up a gear' and become less predictable in the upcoming new season.

Speaking to United's official site, the 51-year-old said: 'You know Antony's got quality, of course, on the ball.