Mason Greenwood to leave Manchester United regardlessof criminal case being closed

Manchester United stated Monday that Mason Greenwood will leave the club regardlessof a criminal examination of possible attempted rape being closed by districtattorneys 6 months earlier.

The 21-year-old England forward has not played for United giventhat January 2022 and his future stayed uncertain throughout the club’s own examination.

“All those included, consistingof Mason, acknowledge the troubles with him recommencing his profession at Manchester United,” the club stated in a declaration. “It has forthatreason been equally concurred that it would be most proper for him to do so away from Old Trafford, and we will now work with Mason to accomplish that result.”

Greenwood stated it was “the finest choice for us all … to continue my football profession away from Old Trafford, where my existence will not be a interruption for the club.”

Greenwood hadactually been linked in managing and coercive habits and attack relating to a young lady after images and videos were published online.

Prosecutors in England closed their case in February, and United’s own examination continued.

“Throughout, we haveactually taken into account the wants, rights and viewpoint of the declared victim along with the club’s requirements and worths, and lookedfor to lookat as much info and context as possible,” United stated.

Greenwood stated he “did not do the things I was implicated of.”

He included: “However, I totally accept I made errors in my relationship, and I take my share of obligation for the scenarios which led to the social media post. I mean to be a muchbetter footballer, however most notably a excellent dad, a muchbetter individual, and to usage my skills in a favorable method on and off the pitch.”

Reporting by The Associated Press.