Manchester United have reportedly communicated their stand to Mason Greenwood, with his professional future still marred by uncertainty.
Greenwood is waiting for the club to conclude its own internal investigations before they can provide a way forward, following the dropping of his assault charges in February, 2022.
The striker has been suspended for over a year now with no access to first-team training or any of the club’s facilities, after he was charged with coercive behaviour and sexual assault.
The dropping of his charges by the Crown Prosecution Services left Man United with a delicate decision to make on whether or not to allow the 21-year-old back into the fold.
Now, as GMS reports, the Red Devils have reportedly communicated to Greenwood that his earliest return date will be next season.
Greenwood And United’s Internal Discussions
The United hierarchy has held a number of meetings with Greenwood, where the player is said to have communicated his desire to get back into the pitch.
However, the bosses have reiterated that they will not rush their internal processes.
Even if he was allowed back immediately, it would have been highly unlikely that Erik ten Hag could have used him this season, having been out for more than a year.
The club might still be in three competitions but it will take time for the striker to get back to full speed once his suspension is lifted.
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Mason Greenwood will have to wait a little bit longer before returning to professional football.
