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Man Utd confirms any fans with Mason Greenwood shirts can swap them for FREE after rape arrest
MANCHESTER United have confirmed that fans wanting to exchange their shirts with Mason Greenwood’s name on will be able to do so for free.
The striker, 20, was re-arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill last night after cops initially swooped on Sunday.
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Greenwood was arrested by officers in Manchester on suspicion of rape and GBH, and has spent his third night in the cells after being quizzed over the fresh allegations.
A spokesman for the club confirmed that fans will be able to exchange their current shirts for a new one with a different player’s name on.
He has since been bailed after being arrested for the string of alleged offences.
It comes as fans were initially left in limbo when they asked for the changes to be made, after the £100-million-rated striker was arrested.
A footy-man United fan forked out £135 on a full kit for his son, with Greenwood's name on, and had contacted the club to ask for the change after buying it at the beginning of the season.
The £75,000 a week footballer has been suspended indefinitely by the club following his arrest, with United releasing a new statement after his re-arrest.
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A spokesman for the club said: "Manchester United reiterates its strong condemnation of violence of any kind.
"As previously communicated, Mason Greenwood will not train with, or play for, the club until further notice."
A Greater Manchester Police spokesman confirmed the force were granted more time to quiz Greenwood.
They said: "Detectives have been granted further additional time to speak to a man in his 20s who was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault of a woman.
"The suspect was detained in custody on Sunday afternoon after we became aware of online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence.
"Following enquiries so far, he has since been further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill.
"Enquiries are ongoing and the victim continues to be offered specialist support.
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"We remind people to avoid any commentary or sharing of images that could compromise the victim's right to lifelong anonymity, or risk prejudicing a live investigation with active proceedings."
Officers are believed to be examining his mobile phone and devices belonging to his alleged victim.
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Cops also arrived at the star's rented £2million six bedroom mansion in Bowdon, in Trafford, Greater Manchester, on Sunday.
Both it and a home he bought nearby for his parents are being guarded by a private security company.
Greenwood was removed from Manchester United’s squad on FIFA 22 yesterday following claims made against him.
He has also been removed from the Man Utd squad list on the game, after the club removed any merchandise with his name on from their website.
The club’s official partner Cadbury said Greenwood won't appear on any of their marketing products.
Sponsor TeamViewer also announced that they are "closely monitoring developments".
Sportswear giant Nike, which provides the striker's boots, have suspended their sponsorship with the star.
The brand said in a statement: "We have suspended our relationship with Mason Greenwood.
"We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation."
Greenwood has worn Nike boots since breaking into United’s first team in 2019.
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Several of his teammates have also unfollowed the star on social media after the images came to light.
The images and allegations were reportedly visible on a woman's Instagram on Sunday morning, but have since been deleted.
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