A huge decision has now been reached in Manchester United star Mason Greenwood's court case.
The forward was due to face trial over allegations of attempted rape, assault, and controlling and coercive behaviour in November this.
However, the striker has now had all of those charges against him dropped.
Greater Manchester Police on Thursday afternoon confirmed that the Crown Prosecution Service has reached this decision.
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"Given the significant media coverage of this case, it is only fair that we share the news that the 21-year-old man, who had been arrested and charged in connection with an investigation opened in January 2022, no longer faces criminal proceedings in relation to this," Chief Superintendent Michaela Kerr, GMP's Head of Public Protection, said.
"The investigation team has remained in regular contact with the legal team, providing any updates of note, and so understand the rationale for the discontinuation of proceedings at this stage, and that this decision has not been taken lightly.
"Despite the media and public's interest in this case, we have decided not to comment on it in any further detail.
"I would, however, like to use this opportunity to reiterate GMP's commitment to investigating allegations of violence against women and girls and supporting those affected, regardless of their circumstances, throughout what can be a hard and upsetting time for them.
"An ever increasing number of officers are receiving specialist training and the force is more consistently utilising tools, available via the criminal justice system, to keep people safe and care for victims.
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"If you feel you are or might be a victim, please don't let this case put you off asking for help."
The 21-year-old was arrested in January 2022, and has not played for the Red Devils since.
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