Man Utd dragged into new domestic abuse storm just days after showing Mason Greenwood the door
Brazil have dropped Man Utd winger Antony following allegations of abuse by his former girlfriend.
He is accused of attacking Gabriela Cavallin “with a headbutt”.
Police in Sao Paulo & Manchester are investigating the claims, which the player has denied
The United star issued the following statement
Out of respect for my fans, friends and family I feel obligated to speak publicly about the false accusations I have been a victim of.
From the beginning I have handled this issue seriously and with respect, providing the due clarifications to the police authority. The police inquest is under cover of justice, and therefore I cannot make its content public.
However, I can say with confidence that the accusations are false and that the evidence already produced and more to be produced show that I am innocent of the accusations made. My relationship with Ms. Gabriela was tumultuous, with verbal offenses from both sides, but I never practiced any physical aggression.
Every time, whether in testimony or in interview, she presents a different version of the accusations.
Thus, I come to deny the accusations made and inform that I remain at the full disposal of the Brazilian authorities to clarify what is needed.
I trust the ongoing police investigations will reveal the truth about my innocence.
The Brazilian team said:
“In order to safeguard the alleged victim, the player, the Brazilian national team and the CBF, the organization informs that Antony has been removed from the Brazilian national team”.
