Mason Greenwood: Man Utd footballer released on bailon February 2, 2022 at 10:41 am

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The 20-year-old striker was arrested on suspicion of rape, sexual assault and making threats to kill.

Mason Greenwood

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Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has been released on bail after being arrested on suspicion of raping a woman.

The 20-year-old was also arrested on suspicion of assault on Sunday following allegations on social media.

He was then further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and making threats to kill on Tuesday.

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

Greater Manchester Police said the player was arrested after the force “became aware of online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence”.

It said magistrates had granted a second extension to keep him in custody until Wednesday but he had now been bailed pending further investigations.

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Video game developer EA Sports said Greenwood had been removed from FIFA products.

It said he had been removed from active squads in FIFA 22 and suspended from appearing in FIFA Ultimate Team packs and Ultimate Draft.

Sportswear firm Nike previously said it had suspended its relationship with the footballer.

“We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation,” a spokesman said.

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