Antony removed from Brazil squad as police investigate Man Utd winger
Daily Star 2023-09-04 21:05:09 • 2 mins
Antony has been removed from the Brazil squad amid the Manchester United winger under investigation by Greater Manchester Police for allegedly attacking his ex-girlfriend.
The United and Brazil forward will not join up with the Selecao for the upcoming international break.
A statement from the CBF said: Due to the facts that became public this Monday (04/09), involving striker Antony, from Manchester United, and which need to be investigated, and in order to preserve the alleged victim, the player, the Brazilian team and the CBF, the entity informs that the athlete has been withdrawn from the Brazilian team.
To replace him, coach Fernando Diniz called Gabriel Jesus, who was pre-selected on a list of 36 players, sent to FIFA.
