Manchester United finds itself facing a significant decision regarding the future of their player Antony, following disturbing reports of domestic assaults from his ex-girlfriend.
Fresh revelations from the Brazilian website, UOL, indicate that Manchester United is actively considering the possibility of dropping Antony from the squad due to new complaints lodged by his former girlfriend.
The pressure on the English club to take action intensifies as Antony, their right-winger, who was acquired for a substantial $108 million in 2022, has faced exclusion from the Brazil national team‘s latest squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
🚨 BREAKING: #mufc are evaluating removing Antony after new complaints from his ex-girlfriend. [@UOL] pic.twitter.com/r3mLmFDVYM
— The United Stand (@UnitedStandMUFC) September 5, 2023
UOL was instrumental in bringing attention to the allegations raised by Antony’s ex-girlfriend, Gabriela Cavallin. She courageously shared details of an incident in which Antony reportedly attempted to strike her with a glass object. The severity of the incident became evident through images of scars from the altercation, which garnered widespread attention during a recent interview.
Manchester United’s attacking lineup is now mired in uncertainty and disruption. Mason Greenwood, another prominent attacker, has been loaned out to Getafe following internal investigations into domestic charges.
Meanwhile, tensions have escalated between Jadon Sancho and manager Erik ten Hag, with the winger asserting that he is being used as a ‘scapegoat’ by the Dutch boss. Antony now faces the prospect of being dropped from the squad in light of these serious allegations.
The English club has experienced a challenging start to the new season, with two defeats in four matches and unconvincing performances in their two victories against Wolves and Nottingham Forest. Both on and off the field, Manchester United faces a multitude of issues that demand resolution, further complicating an already tumultuous situation.
Greater Manchester police are investigating the allegations against Antony
Gabriela Cavallin’s allegations against Antony have led to official complaints being filed both in their native Brazil and in England. Recent reports confirm that Greater Manchester police have initiated an investigation into the accusations leveled against the Brazilian footballer.
In a statement provided to The Telegraph, Greater Manchester Police acknowledged the allegations, stating, “Greater Manchester Police is aware of the allegations made, and inquiries remain ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding this report. We will not be commenting any further at this time.”
🚨💣 Antony is being investigated by Greater Manchester Police after being accused of attacking his ex-girlfriend.
Official statement from Greater Manchester Police in response to the recent reports involving Antony:
“Greater Manchester Police is aware of the allegations made… pic.twitter.com/nBfkRLjZRR
— Football Talk (@FootballTalkHQ) September 4, 2023
Cavallin’s account of the incidents extends beyond the glass-related incident, as she detailed a harrowing episode in a Manchester hotel room where Antony allegedly physically assaulted her, involving headbutting and punching, resulting in injuries that necessitated medical intervention, including surgery to repair a breast implant.
Antony has vehemently denied these allegations, asserting that Cavallin altered her narrative and falsely accused him of wrongdoing.
In addition to the English investigation, Cavallin had previously lodged a complaint with São Paulo police in June, accusing the 23-year-old footballer of “domestic violence, threat, and bodily injury.”
For Manchester United fans, the unfolding situation bears a sense of déjà vu, reminiscent of the Mason Greenwood case in 2022, as domestic violence charges once again come under investigation, raising concerns within the fan base.