Soccer star Mason Greenwood arrested on rape and assault allegations

Manchester United soccer player Mason Greenwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault after a woman alleging incidents of violence posted pictures and videos on social media.

The 20-year-old remains in police custody for questioning and enquiries are ongoing, Greater Manchester Police said.

Greater Manchester Police said it was made aware of “social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence”. They added “we can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault”.

Manchester United had previously announced that Greenwood would not return to training or play any matches “until further notice” after he was accused of assaulting a woman.

The allegations were released on Instagram on Sunday morning and included video, photographs, and a voice note claimed to be a conversation between Greenwood and the woman. They have since been deleted.

Manchester United said in an earlier statement: “We are aware of images and allegations circulating on social media. We will not make any further comment until the facts have been established. Manchester United does not condone violence of any kind.”

Greenwood, 20, made his debut in 2019 and has since played 130 times for Manchester United. Greenwood made his senior England debut in 2020.

Sportswear giant Nike, which sponsors Greenwood, said in a statement: “We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation.”

Mason Greenwood nor his lawyers have responded to any of these allegations.