Agents insist Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants to keep hold of Antony.
The Brazil winger has been linked with a loan move to Flamengo.
But local reporter Jorge Nicola has spoken to Antony's entourage and been told a return home to Brazil would not be considered.
Indeed, they insist Antony still retains the confidence of Ten Hag.
And if it should be decided Antony will leave in January, United would aim to place him on-loan at a European club.