Mason Greenwood to leave Manchester United – Read club’s full statement

Manchester United have announced that forward Mason Greenwood will no longer return to football action for the club.

This follows an internal investigation conducted over allegations of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault against him.

In a statement, the club said: “All those involved, including Mason, recognise the difficulties with him recommencing his career at Manchester United. It has therefore been mutually agreed that it would be most appropriate for him to do so away from Old Trafford, and we will now work with Mason to achieve that outcome.”

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21-year-old Greenwood had been suspended from United training and matches. This happened while the club completed an internal investigation after the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) discontinued its case against Greenwood.

In a statement in February, the CPS said: “In this case a combination of the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light meant there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction.”

Manchester United’s full statement

“Manchester United has concluded its internal investigation into the allegations made against Mason Greenwood.

“Our process commenced in February 2023, following all charges against Mason being dropped.

“Throughout, we have taken into account the wishes, rights and perspective of the alleged victim along with the club’s standards and values, and sought to collate as much information and context as possible.

“This has required us to proceed with sensitivity and care to obtain evidence not in the public domain, including from those with direct knowledge of the case.

“Based on the evidence available to us, we have concluded that the material posted online did not provide a full picture and that Mason did not commit the offences in respect of which he was originally charged.

“That said, as Mason publicly acknowledges today, he has made mistakes which he is taking responsibility for.

“All those involved, including Mason, recognise the difficulties with him recommencing his career at Manchester United. It has therefore been mutually agreed that it would be most appropriate for him to do so away from Old Trafford, and we will now work with Mason to achieve that outcome.”

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Greenwood came through Manchester United’s academy and last played for the club in January 2022.

He also has one senior cap for England. That single appearance came in the UEFA Nations League match against Iceland in September 2020.