Man Utd make Antony available for selection again as police inquiries into assault allegations continue

Manchester United winger Antony will return to training and be available for selection again as he continues to co-operate with police inquiries into allegations of violence towards women.

The Brazil international strongly denies the accusations made against him and attended a voluntary interview with Greater Manchester Police on Thursday, having returned to England earlier this week.

Antony was given a leave of absence on 10 September, delaying his return to the club, but United confirmed that the 23-year-old will now rejoin training with a view to returning to Erik ten Hag’s side. However, he will not be involved in Saturday’s Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.

A statement released by the club on Friday said: “Since allegations were first made in June, Antony has co-operated with police inquiries in both Brazil and the UK, and he continues to do so.

“As Antony’s employer, Manchester United has decided that he will resume training at Carrington, and be available for selection, while police inquiries proceed.

“This will be kept under review pending further developments in the case.

“As a club we condemn acts of violence and abuse. We recognise the importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation, and acknowledge the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse.”

Antony is facing several accusations of physical aggression towards his former girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin, who spoke to Brazilian outlet UOL earlier this month.

The winger has denied those allegations, as well as further assault claims made by Rayssa de Freitas and Ingrid Lana.

He has not been arrested or charged in either Brazil or by GMP and he left the voluntary interview, where he presented evidence to support his strenuous denials, without any restrictions.

United say they will monitor the situation while police inquiries continue.



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