By Gabriel Princewill-
Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has been further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and making threats to kill.
The 20-year-old was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault on Sunday, after a post on instagram which in itself spoke volumes, got police to act quickly.
A number of pictures were uploaded along with a video and a voice note to the woman’s Instagram story, including one of her lip badly bleeding and several bruises to her face, body and thighs.
One video depicting blood flowing from her mouth read: βTo everyone who wants to know what Mason Greenwood actually does to me.β
An audio file was also uploaded to the girl’s story detailing a graphic scene involving a female voice in communication with a male voice. The victim has been granted lifelong anonymity, after reporting the incidence to police.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said it had been granted more time to question him having previously been given an extension on Monday.
Manchester United have said he will not play for the club until further notice.
GMP said the player was arrested on Sunday after the force “became aware of online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence”.
The force said he continues to be questioned after magistrates authorized an extension until tomorrow (Wednesday 2 February).
Enquiries are ongoing and the victim continues to be offered specialist support.
A force spokesman said inquiries were ongoing and a woman was being “offered specialist support”.
A statement said Greenwood had been removed from active squads in FIFA 22 and also suspended from appearing in FIFA Ultimate Team packs and Ultimate Draft.
Sportswear firm Nike previously said it had suspended its relationship with the footballer.
“We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation,” a spokesman said.
Greenwood, who made his debut for the club in March 2019, signed a four-year deal in February 2021 after rising through the ranks of the academy.
On Sunday Manchester United said the club “did not condone violence of any kind” and had been made aware of the allegations but would make no further comment until the “facts have been established”.
Following the update, United released a statement: ‘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