Manchester United has concluded its internal investigation into the allegations made against Mason Greenwood.
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.
About Mason Greenwood
Mason Will John Greenwood is an English professional footballer who last played as a forward for Premier League club Manchester United.
A graduate of United’s youth system, Greenwood scored in a UEFA Europa League match against Astana in September 2019, to become the club’s youngest-ever goalscorer in European competition at the age of 17 years, 353 days. His senior international debut for England came in September 2020, in a UEFA Nations League game against Iceland.
In January 2022, Greenwood was arrested on suspicion of raping and assaulting a woman, and a few days later on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill. Since then, Greenwood has not trained with or appeared for, either his club or his national team.
He was charged in October 2022 with attempted rape, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and controlling and coercive behaviour.
All charges against him were dropped in February 2023.
