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https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11667/12846258/mason-greenwood-forward-to-leave-club-following-internal-investigation
Dear fans,
Now that we have concluded and announced the outcome of the club's investigation into Mason Greenwood, I want to be direct and transparent with our fans about the process and the reasons for our decision.
This was an internal disciplinary investigation between employer and employee which would ordinarily take place outside of the public eye. Given the public nature of the allegations and Mason's profile, I acknowledge that this was not an ordinary situation, but I felt it important that we still follow due process and, so far as possible, avoid media comment until I had made a definitive decision.
When audio footage and imagery was posted online in January 2022, my feelings were of shock and concern for the alleged victim. Her welfare, wishes and perspective have been central to the club's approach ever since, as have the club's standards and values. While we immediately concluded that Mason should be suspended pending investigation, we were also conscious of our duty of care towards him and the importance of making a decision based on full information. Until February this year, this was a matter for the police and the Crown Prosecution Service. It was only when charges were dropped that the club discussed the allegations with Mason and others involved in the case.
Our investigation sought to collate as much evidence as possible to establish facts and context. This was not a quick or straightforward process for a variety of reasons. It was essential for us to respect the rights and wishes of the alleged victim. Also, we have limited powers of investigation which meant we were reliant on third party cooperation. Timings have also been influenced by my desire to minimise the impact of the investigation on our men's and women's teams, as well as our Lionesses. I acknowledge that this gave more time for speculation, but the alternative would have been to compromise due process or create untimely disruption.
While we were unable to access certain evidence for reasons we respect, the evidence we did collate led us to conclude that Mason did not commit the acts he was charged with. I am restricted as to what I can say for legal reasons, including the alleged victim's ongoing right to anonymity, but I am able to share the following with you which should give you some insight into the complexity of this case.
• The alleged victim requested the police to drop their investigation in April 2022.
• We were provided with alternative explanations for the audio recording, which was a short excerpt from a much longer recording, and for the images posted online.
• The alleged victim's family participated in the process and were given the opportunity to review and correct our factual findings.
Last week the media reported that we had decided to reintegrate Mason and that elements of a plan to do so had been leaked to them. Reintegration was one of the outcomes we considered and planned for. For context, over the course of the past six months several outcomes have been contemplated and planned for, and my view has evolved as our process progressed. While the ultimate decision rested with me, I was taking various factors and views into account right up until the point of finalising my decision.
While I am satisfied that Mason did not commit the acts he was charged with, Mason's accepted that he has made mistakes which he takes responsibility for. I am also mindful of the challenge that Mason would face rebuilding his career and raising a baby together with his partner in the harsh spotlight of Manchester United. Further, this case has provoked strong opinions, and it is my responsibility to minimise any distraction to the unity we are seeking within the club.
Although we have decided that Mason will seek to rebuild his career away from Manchester United, that does not signal the end of this matter. The club will continue to offer its support both to the alleged victim and Mason to help them rebuild and move forward positively with their lives.
Thank you for your continued support.
From what I understand, they haven't terminated his contract?
Also according to the Guardian, he can be sold or loaned out for the remainder of the contract - and remains on full pay
My guess is had there been a legal basis to terminate the contract they would have done so.
Certainly would hope so, because for United to loan him out doesn't make the club look much better, and selling him and making money of what's happened is worse…
Terminating the contract is the only outcome which will benefit the club's reputation, IMO.
Which would put him in the position of being, effectively, permanently suspended until the end of his contract.
Might this create legal jeopardy for MU, I have to wonder.
Arnold's statement is interesting.
Continually refers to Greenwood as "Mason," as if he were a wayward child.
More importantly,
He says, "the evidence we did collate led us to conclude that Mason did not commit the acts he was charged with."
Also,
"We were provided with alternative explanations for the audio recording, which was a short excerpt from a much longer recording, and for the images posted online."
Alternative explanations?
Saka is no longer on pens, it looks like. Literally handed the ball to Odegaard to take the pen ... successfully.
Can't believe Gabriel hasn't started ... again!
That's Stones and Gabriel still in my FPL team. May have to wild card.
Watching on delay and really hoping CP get a goal ...
Wish every team did this ...
Mikel Arteta admits to having “no clue” as to who Arsenal’s penalty-taker is after seeing Martin Odegaard step up to the spot against Crystal Palace.
Odegaard saved my GW too, now that he's on pens, for now anyway.
I had 20 points on the bench. They should allow points from subs like the real game does ?
Where does Rashford play this week against forrest ? Striker (Sell) or on the left (keep).
Trossard can't get a game after signing Havertz. Sell
Well, I expect a few Saudi clubs would be very happy to sign him – so he will probably have options, though maybe unlikely in the UK, as you mention.
I find it a bit strange if clubs don't have a form of breach of conduct clause in contracts, which allows them to terminate contracts with a player if they act or have performed acts that does not align with the club's values.
The fact that the club can conclude what the player did not commit these acts is quite a bold statement…
Love videos like these. They can be quite fun!
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Already made one transfer this week, and considering a second one tonight. Tough decision.
Good fixtures ahead for Chelsea though…
Just the three captaincy picks this time around, with the majority (unsurprisingly) backing Haaland to deliver against Sheffield United. Saka and Mbuemo are backed by three and one manager respectively. Good luck everyone!
That's funny or brave .... was watching a stream where supposedly 99/100 "top 100" FPL managers selected Haaland. The one exception went for Chilwell ...
All Chelsea so far ... Sterling fires directly at thd keeper from point blank.
Err ... 28 years old.
Yeah Sterling looked decent vs West Ham he may be the only Chelsea attacker worth having.
I considered selling Jackson today though thought I would keep him for this fixture.
Jackson may still come good, the FPL illuminati have all backed him this week. Sterling looks super motivated ...
I will take a Jackson assist at this point, i am not expecting much lol.