MADRID, 29 Sep. (EUROPA PRESS) –
Brazilian player Antony Matheus dos Santos will return to Manchester United training “while police investigations continue” into accusations against the footballer for alleged assaults on three women, and “waiting for new developments in the case,” according to a statement. of the entity issued this Friday.
“Since the allegations were first made in June, Antony has cooperated with police investigations in both Brazil and the United Kingdom, and continues to do so,” the ‘Red Devils’ note began.
Given this situation, United “has decided to resume training at Carrington”, making him available again for Erik ten Hag and the Brazilian team, “while police investigations continue”. “This will continue to be reviewed pending further developments in the case,” the statement added.
The 23-year-old player, who signed for the English team from Ajax last summer, was suspended by the ‘Red Devils’ on September 10. A measure taken by the club after Antony was accused of alleged physical assault towards his ex-girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin, in addition to other complaints from two other women -Rayssa de Freitas and Ingrid Lana-.
For this reason, United reiterated that it condemns “the acts of violence and abuse”, which is why they recognize “the importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation.” “We recognize the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse,” he concluded.