Real Betis will launch a clothing line inspired by Antony 's neck tattoo, the LaLiga club has confirmed to ESPN.

Antony, who joined Betis in a permanent €22 million ($25.79m) transfer from Manchester United on deadline day, has the word " Iluminado " -- "enlightened" in English -- etched across the front of his neck.

"This is one of my favourites," Antony has said about his neck tattoo. "Because of where I come from and what I've been through, I feel enlightened, which is why I have this tattoo, which has a lot of meaning for me."

Betis told ESPN the idea to create Antony's clothing line originated during contract negotiations in August.

Antony, 25, faced a wage cut when he signed a deal to join Betis until June 2030. He will get royalties from the new merchandise.

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