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According to the Daily Mail, United\u2019s director of football John Murtough and chief communications officer held a meeting with the squad to explain why the decision had been made and detailed \u2018the background and facts\u2019 of the case.<\/p>\n
Marc Skinner\u2019s side are said to have been accepting of the explanation and \u2018positive\u2019 about allowing Antony to return. The team were also offered the chance to have one-to-one meetings about the situation.<\/p>\n
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After the plan was given the seal of approval from the women\u2019s team, United promptly released a statement that read: \u201cSince allegations were first made in June, Antony has cooperated with police inquiries in both Brazil and the UK, and he continues to do so.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs Antony’s employer, Manchester United has decided that he will resume training at Carrington, and be available for selection, while police inquiries proceed. This will be kept under review pending further developments in the case. As a club, we condemn acts of violence and abuse. We recognise the importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation, and acknowledge the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse.\u201d<\/p>\n
United host Crystal Palace for the second time this week, following their 3-0 win over Roy Hodgson\u2019s side in the Carabao Cup in midweek, though it is unlikely that Antony will feature given his lack of training and preparation.<\/p>\n