Relief for Antony as Manchester United Announce Winger Will Return to Training

• Man United winger Antony recently returned to England to speak to police about allegations of assault
• The club released a statement today confirming their winger will be allowed back in full team training
• Antony has reportedly provided enough evidence to United to support his denial of allegations he faces

Brazilian winger, Antony is back in training for Manchester United, the club has announced.

The 23-year-old arrived back in England on Thursday, September 28 and was reportedly questioned by the Greater Manchester Police about assault allegations made against him.

Antony has not been charged or arrested in connection to the alleged incident, both in Brazil and in the UK.

On Friday, September 29, United released a statement confirming the return of their winger to first-team training, saying, per club's official website:

"Since allegations were first made in June, Antony has co-operated with police inquiries in both Brazil and the UK, and he continues to do so."

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"As Antony’s employer, Manchester United has decided that he will resume training at Carrington and be available for selection, while police inquiries proceed. This will be kept under review pending further developments in the case."

According to the BBC, Antony has provided the club with enough evidence to convince them he is innocent of all accusations against him.

Despite the doors being opened to him, the winger is not expected to train with the team on Friday and will not be in contention to play against Crystal Palace in United’s next Premier League game.

Since being handed leave by his club, Antony has missed four games, including the UEFA Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich.

What is Antony accused of?

Antony is facing various accusations against him by his former lover, Gabriela Cavallin, Sports Brief previously reported.

She spoke to Brazilian news outlet, UOL earlier in September, alleging the footballer was physically aggressive towards her.

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Police enquiries into this matter are still ongoing, as both Manchester United and authorities continue to monitor the situation.

United outcast Sancho still frozen out

Meanwhile, Sports Brief also reported on Jadon Sancho’s status at Man United as sources close to the club claim his relationship with his coach is 'beyond repair'.

Erik ten Hag and the player have been involved in a public row since the manager criticised Sancho’s work ethic in training, prompting a response on social media.

According to The Mirror, the Man United boss said he wants Sancho to publicly apologise for his outburst online if he wants a chance to be allowed back into the team.