MANCHESTER, Sept 10 (Reuters) - Antony will not immediately return to Manchester United while the Brazil striker addresses assault allegations against him, the Premier League club said on Sunday.
"Manchester United acknowledges the allegations made against Antony," the club said in a brief statement.
"Players who have not participated in international matches are due back in training on Monday. However, it has been agreed with Antony that he will delay his return until further notice in order to address the allegations."
https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/antony-delays-manchester-utd-return-address-assault-allegations-2023-09-10/What a surprise from antony. He will not return to the manchester united. I hope he will come back soon or manchester united will be in trouble. Antony needs to solve his problem as soon as possible. There is still less than 1 week for him to address his problem.
He needs to make everything clear as soon as possible. Some allegations were coming to him have been hurting his name and reputation. He needs to solve it and come back again to the manchester united.
I hope that there will be a further notice to come in upcoming days. Manchester united really needs him at this moment caused by the club will face some important matches in UCL and premier league.
I don't quite understand the seriousness of the charges - Anthony hasn't been arrested or anything? I wonder if these accusations turn out to be false, who will compensate him for the damage to his reputation and work (suspension from football games)? As I understand it, the accusing party has exactly zero facts and evidence - there is nothing but words. It’s sad if the girl didn’t want to go to the police in time, but it’s no less sad if she’s now engaged in slander and blackmail.
It's a shame there are cases like this. If Anthony was guilty then he would have to bear the consequences but what if this girl lied, especially if there was no evidence, wouldn't he also have to pay a fine as a consequence? If he attacked someone else's integrity like this, there would definitely be consequences. Otherwise, these girls will never stop and will always use it as a tool against these public figures.
Anthony's career should not be suspended or stopped just because of allegations. This must be proven in court, not just framing accusations. Otherwise, anyone can destroy anyone's career with just words and flimsy evidence, and can also blackmail men for huge payouts. I hope Anthony will return to Man United next week and his case will be resolved quickly.