Mason Greenwood's name remains on Manchester United's Premier League squad submitted to the Premier League for the second half of the season
Greater Manchester Police announced today (Thursday, February 2) that criminal proceedings against the footballer have been discontinued. The forward had been charged with attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour and assault, allegations relating to the same woman.
However, the 21-year-old being included is not an indication that he will return to action. In a statement, the club confirmed it would conduct an internal investigation to "determine next steps", while Greenwood also released a statement later in the day, the MEN reports.
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The player has since been included in the club's updated Premier League squad list for the rest of the 2022/23 season. Premier League sides are required to submit their updated squad list following the closure of the January transfer window.
Greenwood was included among Under 21 players on United's official Premier League squad list at the beginning of the season despite being suspended by the club.
Greenwood's last game for United came against West Ham on January 22 last year. Eight days later, on January 30, the footballer was arrested and he has been suspended by the club ever since.
United will now carry out their own process and Greenwood will remain suspended from training and matches until it is finished, the club confirmed on Thursday.
A club spokesman said: "Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped.
"The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete."
Greenwood also released a short statement, which read: "I am relieved that this matter is now over and I would like to thank my family, loved ones and friends for their support.
"There will be no further comment at this time."
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