Manchester United News: United stops selling Greenwood jerseys, Nike suspends sponsorship as well

In the latest Manchester United news, the Club has stopped selling Greenwood's shirt online....Nike also suspended their sponsorship...

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In the latest Manchester United news, the Club has stopped selling Mason Greenwood's shirt online. On the other hand, Sportswear Company Nike also suspended their sponsorship with the forward following "disturbing allegations" made against the England international.

This particular situation arises due to the circulation of images and voice recordings of alleged offenses that were on social media.

Greater Manchester Police has also confirmed that a man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.

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No more Greenwood Shirt on Manchester United's online store:

After this incident, Man United have stalled the selling of Mason Greenwood's jersey from their online store. A search result for his name on the page shows 'your search for mason greenwood did not match any products.'

A statement from Nike:

"We have suspended our relationship with Mason Greenwood.

"We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation." - Nike's Spokesperson to Reuters.

Latest Manchester United News: The Red Devils also issued their statement on this situation

The Premier League club said on Sunday: "We are aware of images and allegations circulating on social media.

"We will not make any further comment until the facts have been established.

"Manchester United does not condone violence of any kind."

"Mason Greenwood will not return to training or play matches until further notice."

A statement from Great Manchester Police:

The statement says: "Greater Manchester Police were made aware earlier today of online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence.

"An investigation was launched and following inquiries; We can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. He remains in custody for questioning. Inquiries are ongoing."

They added as an investigation continues: "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 (30 January) afternoon after we became aware of online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence.

"He continues to be questioned after magistrates authorized an extension until tomorrow (Wednesday 2 February).

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