In a recent interview, Mason Greenwood, the former Manchester United forward, opened up about the events that led to his departure from the club.
The 23-year-old, once hailed as one of the brightest prospects in English football, left United under a cloud of controversy after being accused of serious misconduct.
Though the charges were eventually dropped, the impact on Greenwood’s career and reputation was significant. For the first time, the player has chosen to share his side of the story.
“I actually had problems at Manchester United, but it’s not everything you heard was true,” Greenwood began, addressing the rumors that swirled around his exit.
“This was actually what happened. They gave me back my number—No.11—but I felt disappointed when they told me this…”
Greenwood explained that while the club reinstated his iconic No.11 shirt, a number he wore with pride during his breakthrough seasons, he soon realized that his future at the club was uncertain.
“I was getting ready to play for Manchester United this season, but you can’t believe what they told me,” he continued, hinting at the disconnection between his personal ambitions and the club’s direction.
Sources close to the player suggest that while United was prepared to reintegrate Greenwood into the squad, internal discussions within the club led to a different outcome.
It appears that despite the public announcement of his return, there were reservations about his role within the team and the potential backlash from fans and sponsors.
Greenwood acknowledged the toll that the accusations and subsequent fallout had taken on him. “It was a tough time, and I had to deal with a lot, both on and off the pitch.
But when it came down to it, I had to make a decision that was best for my career and my mental well-being,” he said, alluding to his eventual move away from Manchester.
While Greenwood did not disclose all the details of his departure, he made it clear that the situation was more complex than what was portrayed in the media.
“There’s always more to the story, and I think people need to understand that. I’ve learned a lot from this experience, and I’m focused on moving forward,” he concluded.
Greenwood’s future in football remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: his chapter at Manchester United has come to a definitive end.
As he looks ahead to the next phase of his career, the young forward is determined to rebuild his legacy on his own terms.
