When asked about the extent of the issue in his pre-match interview, Erik ten Hag acknowledged that the reason for Antony's absence was not related to his midweek spin maneuver- but because of injury.
"No, nothing [to do with that]", Ten Hag stated when asked if the spin was the reason Antony didn't play against West Ham on Sunday.
"He is injured. I hope it's not too bad, I think it's not too bad. In a couple of days he will be back."
In the opening period of last Thursday's 3-0 victory over Sheriff, the Brazilian spun through 360 degrees twice and then proceeded to misplace a pass that went directly out for a goal kick.
Several prominent pundits voiced strong opinions after witnessing the charade against Sheriff, with United legend Paul Scholes labelling Antony as a "clown" for performing the skill.
"I don't know what that skill achieves. Even before that, he did nothing in the game. I think he needs a more entertaining skill, "he said.
"When you're three of four-nil up, maybe. I don't know if that's skill or entertainment. That's being a clown."
" Fellow former United alumni Robbie Savage also lambasted the 720-degree carousel as "embarrassing" while commentating on the game.