Manchester United's Mason Greenwood has had his bail extended
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Manchester United's Mason Greenwood has had his bail extended

MANCHESTER UNITED'S Mason Greenwood will remain on bail after a court hearing was held on Thursday confirmed Greater Manchester Police. 

His bail was due to expire in April but was extended after Greater Manchester Police (GMP) applied to the courts. 

Greenwood was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault of a woman back in January, the club suspended the forward shortly after. 

A further arrest in February was made after the 20-year was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill. 



 

A statement issued by Greater Manchester Police on Friday read: “Following a hearing yesterday (Thursday 23 June 2022), a 20-year-old man arrested on suspicion of rape, assault and making threats to kill on Sunday 30 January 2022 remains on bail. 

“As the outcome of bail reviews does not impact the progression of investigations, Greater Manchester Police will not be providing any further updates in relation to this case until the suspect is charged or released facing no further action.” 

Several sponsors associated with the Englishman postponed their deals after his arrest. These included the likes of sportswear giants Nike and EA Sports removed Greenwood from their FIFA 22 games