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Nike issue statement on Greenwood after changes to his Instagram page

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2 months ago

February 6, 2023

Sam Agaba

Mason Greenwood has not returned to Nike as a sponsored athlete, despite having added the kit manufacturer to his Instagram account.

Nike issue statement on Greenwood after changes to his Instagram page

Nike have confirmed to Mirror Football that their previous statement in relation to the 21-year-old remains applicable now. It read: “Mason Greenwood is no longer a Nike athlete.” Last Thursday, the Crown Prosecution Service said three criminal charges would no longer be pursued after “key witnesses” had withdrawn co-operation and “new material came to light.”

Greenwood had been suspended by Manchester United since the allegations surfaced in January 2022. He was subsequently charged with one count of attempted rape, a count of assault and repeatedly engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour. He had been set to face trial in November of this year.

Greenwood’s contract at Old Trafford runs until June 2025 and United said in a statement: “Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped. The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.”

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Following his initial arrest several of Greenwood’s sponsors, including Nike, cancelled their deals with the England international striker. He was also removed from the FIFA computer game and Football Manager series.

United stopped selling all merchandise with his name and face on it and a number of team-mates unfollowed him on social media.

The CPS added: “In these circumstances, we are under a duty to stop the case. We have explained our decision to all parties. We would always encourage any potential victims to come forward and report to police and we will prosecute wherever our legal test is met.”