Manchester United winger Antony has denied accusations of bodily aggression in the direction of his former girlfriend, which have seen him dropped from the Brazil squad.
In an interview with Brazilian web site UOL – which additionally printed images and screenshots of messages between the pair – Gabriela Cavallin claims she was attacked by Antony “with a headbutt” in a Manchester lodge room on January 15, leaving her with a minimize head which wanted therapy from a physician.
Cavallin, a social media influencer, additionally alleges she was punched within the chest by Antony, which she claims triggered harm to a silicone breast implant which required corrective surgical procedure again in Brazil.
One other alleged incident is claimed to have taken place at a home on Might 8, with Cavallin saying she suffered a minimize finger whereas making an attempt to guard herself, accusing Brazil worldwide Antony of throwing a glass cup in the direction of her in addition to then taking her passport.
Cavallin is alleged to have filed a report back to the Sao Paulo Civil Police regarding allegations of bodily and verbal abuse by Antony whereas on vacation in Brazil throughout June 2022, when she was pregnant, in addition to making a separate grievance to Higher Manchester Police (GMP).
Writing on Instagram, Antony, who signed for United from Ajax in an £85.5million deal in September 2022, protested his innocence in response to what he known as “false accusations”.
“Out of respect for my followers, family and friends, I really feel obliged to talk out publicly concerning the false accusations I’ve been the sufferer of,” Antony mentioned.
“From the start I’ve handled this matter with seriousness and respect, offering the mandatory clarifications earlier than the police authority. The police investigation is underneath judicial secrecy, and subsequently I can not make its contents public.
“Nonetheless, I can calmly state that the accusations are false and that the proof already produced and the opposite proof that might be produced show that I’m harmless of the accusations made.
“My relationship with Gabriela was tumultuous, with verbal insults from either side, however I by no means dedicated any bodily aggression.
“At every second, whether or not in testimony or in an interview, she presents a unique model of the accusations.
I belief that the continued police investigations will show the reality about my innocence.
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“Due to this fact, I come to vehemently deny the accusations made and inform you that I stay on the total disposal of the Brazilian authorities to make clear no matter is important.
“I belief that the continued police investigations will show the reality about my innocence.”
In an announcement to Telegraph Sport, GMP mentioned: “Higher Manchester Police is conscious of the allegations made and enquiries stay ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding this report. We is not going to be commenting any additional at the moment.”
Manchester United had no touch upon the matter when contacted by the PA information company on Monday night.
Following the emergence of the allegations, Brazil confirmed Antony had been withdrawn from the squad for his or her upcoming World Cup qualifiers towards Bolivia and Peru, with Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus known as up as a substitute.
“Because of the details that grew to become public this Monday, involving striker Antony, from Manchester United, and which should be investigated, and in an effort to protect the alleged sufferer, the participant, the Brazilian group and the CBF, the entity informs that the athlete has been withdrawn from the Brazilian group,” an announcement from the Brazilian Soccer Confederation learn.
“To switch him, coach Fernando Diniz known as Gabriel Jesus, who was pre-selected on a listing of 36 gamers, despatched to FIFA.”
The allegations towards Antony come after United introduced final month that Mason Greenwood would depart the membership.
Greenwood was suspended by the Outdated Trafford membership on January 30, 2022 over allegations regarding a younger lady after photos and movies have been posted on-line.
The case, the place the ahead confronted prices together with tried rape and assault, was discontinued by the Crown Prosecution Service in February and he has since joined Spanish aspect Getafe on mortgage.
