Premier League club Manchester United have category denied suggestions that the club attempted to cover up allegations that Antony attacked his ex-girlfriend.
Manchester United and Brazil winger Antony is under police investigation over allegations of domestic violence against his ex-girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin.
Cavallin accuses Antony of headbutting and punching her in a Manchester hotel room in January resulting in a cut to her head and a breast implant being damaged.
Man United on Antony situation
Man United put out a statement on Wednesday, reacting to the situation:
"Manchester United acknowledges the allegations made against Antony and notes that the Police are conducting enquiries.
"Pending further information, the club will be making no further comments.
"As a club, we are taking this matter seriously, with consideration of the impact these allegations and subsequent reporting will have on survivors of abuse."
The club also confirmed on Wednesday night that a member of staff at Man United arranged for a private doctor to visit Cavallin at Antony's request. The club then responded to rumours of a potential cover-up stating
: "Any suggestion that the club covered up these allegations is categorically false."
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