Mason Greenwood: Police given more time to question footballer over rape claimon January 31, 2022 at 3:39 pm

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The 20-year-old Manchester United footballer was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault on Sunday.

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Police have been granted more time to question Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood who was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.

The 20-year-old footballer, who made his debut for the club in March 2019, was arrested on Sunday following allegations on social media.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said he remained in custody for questioning.

Manchester United earlier said the forward would not return to training or matches until further notice.

Greenwood has not responded to the social media allegations.

The player signed a four-year deal in February 2021 after rising through the ranks of the academy.

Greenwood apologised after being dropped by England manager Gareth Southgate for a breach of coronavirus protocols while on international duty in Iceland in September 2020.

A month later, his United manager at the time, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, defended Greenwood amid media speculation of his being late for training.

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