Mason Greenwood approaches: Juve is there for the former Manchester United star. Singular story, his. A year of career suspension due to a rape accusation, before the subsequent media pillory, led the class of 2001 to stay away from the field for an entire year (from January 2022 to February 2023). From the closure of the court case, the progressive removal from the Red Devils, to his return to the field in Spain with Getafe. Let’s find out who the current one is Giuntoli’s market objectiveits curiosities and strengths.
Greenwood: arrest and charges in 2022
On January 30, 2022, Greenwood’s then girlfriend posted photos of bruises and abrasions on social media, attributing them to the player. Along with the photos, audio was released in which a man, apparently Greenwood, forced a woman to have sexual intercourse against her will. Greenwood was arrested and charged with attempted rape, aggravated assault and coercive conduct.
Greenwood: the media pillory
After the accusation, Greenwood was suspended by Manchester United and had a difficult year, including further arrests for attempts to contact the girl. Although all charges against him were dropped in February 2023, due to a witness who withdrew from the trial, Greenwood However, he was condemned by the media and public opinion.
Greenwood, Manchester United’s response to the case
Manchester United also launched an internal investigation but ‘certified’ that the online material did not provide a complete picture and that Greenwood had not committed the crimes originally charged. However, the club acknowledged that Greenwood had made mistakes and that it would be difficult for him to resume his career with United.
Greenwood, from United’s move to Getafe
From the September 1, 2023, Mason Greenwood he started again with the Getafe. In Spainthe English right wing scored 33 appearances with 8 goals, 6 assists and 2908 minutes played overall. According to data from Transfermarkt, the attacker born in 2001 was starter 86% of the time during the season with also three appearances in the Copa del Rey.
Juve, with Greenwood it will be a trident
Quick and imaginative external attacker, Greenwood can play both on the right and left, and can also be used as a second striker if necessary. Therefore ideal for a three-way attack or for a 4-2-3-1 devoted to attack. However, there will be time for these reflections: for now, the Juventus must try to burn the inevitable competition of other Spanish and English clubs, in order to start from the flanks the restyling that will lead to her return hero in all competitions. It would be a low cost shot but not a free transfer as the player still has one year left on his contract with Manchester United.
