MANCHESTER ā Manchester United said Monday that Mason Greenwood will leave the club after a criminal investigation of possible attempted rape was closed by prosecutors six months ago.
The 21-year-old England forward has not played for United since January 2022 and his future remained unclear during the clubās own investigation.
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āAll those involved, including Mason, recognize the difficulties with him recommencing his career at Manchester United," the club said in a statement. āIt 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.ā
Greenwood said it was āthe best decision for us all ā¦ to continue my football career away from Old Trafford, where my presence will not be a distraction for the club.ā
Greenwood had been implicated in controlling and coercive behavior and assault relating to a young woman after images and videos were posted online.
Prosecutors in England closed their case in February, and Unitedās own investigation continued.
āThroughout, we have taken into account the wishes, rights and perspective of the alleged victim along with the clubās standards and values, and sought to collate as much information and context as possible,ā United said.
Greenwood said he ādid not do the things I was accused of.ā
He added: āHowever, I fully accept I made mistakes in my relationship, and I take my share of responsibility for the situations which led to the social media post. I intend to be a better footballer, but most importantly a good father, a better person, and to use my talents in a positive way on and off the pitch.ā
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