Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood arrested on suspicion of rape and assault

Manchester United have said Greenwood will not play or train with the club until further notice.
Mason Greenwood has been suspended by Manchester United Credit: GettyMason Greenwood has been suspended by Manchester United Credit: Getty
Mason Greenwood has been suspended by Manchester United Credit: Getty

Manchester United player Mason Greenwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.

Greater Manchester police said on Sunday the force had been made aware of “online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence”.

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In a statement issued last night, the force said: “An investigation was launched and following enquiries we can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. He remains in custody for questioning. Enquiries are ongoing.”

In a statement on Sunday afternoon, Manchester United said that Greenwood will not train or play for the club until further notice.

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