Manchester United striker, Mason Greenwood has been released on bail pending further investigation on suspicion of rape and physical assault.
The England footballer was on Sunday detained on suspicion of rape and assault after his girlfriend alleging incidents of violence posted pictures and videos on social media.
Police were granted extra time on Monday to question the 20-year-old and he was further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill.
On Wednesday, Greater Manchester Police said Greenwood was released from custody on bail pending further inquiries.
A statement said: “A 20-year-old man arrested (on Sunday 30 January 2022) on suspicion of the rape and assault of a woman has been released on bail pending further investigation”.
Greenwood wassuspended from playing or training with Manchester Unitedfollowing the weekend allegations.