The claims of physical abuse by Antony against his former girlfriend Gabriella Cavalin have been taken “seriously” by Manchester United.
Through a statement released on the club website, the club says they are considering the impact of the allegations and would not be making any further comments pending further information.
“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 of these allegations and subsequent reporting will have on survivors of abuse.”
It’s left to be seen whether Antony will remain available for selection in United’s next game.
The Brazilian was dropped from Brazil squad after these physical agression claims.
It’s alleged that Antony attacked Cavallin on a number of occasions since January.
Cavallin claims Antony attacked her with a headbutt in a Manchester hotel room on January 15 and suffered a cut to the head which needed treatment.
She also alleges that the Manchester United forward punched her in the chest, causing damage to a silicone breast implant which required surgery back in Brazil.
Cavallin also claims that she suffered a cut finger while trying to protect herself on May 8 when Antony threw a glass cup towards her after taking her passport.
Antony denied all these allegations on Monday in a statement published by Brazilian news outlet UOL. He dismissed all these claims as “false accusations”
