Antony will take a leave of absence from Manchester United, with the club stating that his return to training has been postponed “until further notice.”
The Brazilian forward will not participate in the Carrington training sessions designated for players not involved with their national teams.
He was withdrawn from Brazil’s squad amid disturbing allegations raised by his former partner, Gabriela Cavalin. The investigation involves police forces in Sao Paulo and Manchester, with each side presenting its account of events.
Antony has denied any wrongdoing and has faced accusations of physical and mental abuse. United released a statement that makes clear the club’s awareness of the allegations while not yet drawing conclusions about guilt or innocence.
It was also noted that players who are not on international duty will be allowed to return to training on Monday, yet a mutual agreement with Antony has led to delaying his comeback to remove the ongoing distractions from the squad.
Manchester United stressed its stance against violence and abuse and underscored the importance of safeguarding everyone involved. The club acknowledged the impact these allegations have on victims and on the broader sport community.
In a statement, Antony said he would take a period of leave to address the situation. He described the decision as mutual and aimed at avoiding disruptions for teammates and for the club as a whole. He asserted his innocence and pledged full cooperation with authorities to help uncover the truth, expressing hope to resume playing when appropriate.
Antony joined Manchester United from Ajax in the summer of 2022, contributing eight goals in 48 appearances for the club during his time there.
Note: This summary reflects ongoing developments and statements from the involved parties as reported at the time of publication.