ANTHONY MARTIAL was given a hero’s welcome by AEK Athens as fans lit flares following his shock free transfer. The former Manchester United dud has joined the Greek giants following his Old Trafford exit this summer. 4 Anthony Martial was given a hero's welcome as he touched down at AEK Athens 4 Fans lit flares as he stepped off the plane before being driven away Martial was allowed to depart for nothing after his contract expired.
And he has now found a new home with ambitious AEK , who have made a flurry of interesting signings this summer. Former Premier League stars Erik Lamela, Roberto Pereyra and Thomas Strakosha were also signed on frees. And AEK also came close to landing David Datro Fofana from Chelsea before negotiations collapsed late on.
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