Thu. Mar 28th, 2024

A Greek prosecutor released Harry Maguire, captain of Manchester United. Maguire appeared in court on Saturday following two days in detention over a brawl on the island of Mykonos, as confirmed by Manchester United.

The England international will respond to the charges against him on August 25, as per local police.

Manchester United has stated: “Following the appearance in court today we note the adjournment of the case to allow the legal team to consider the case file. Harry has pleaded not guilty to the charges. It would be inappropriate for the player or club to comment further while the legal process takes its course.”

Maguire left the court building in an unmarked van for an undisclosed destination. He was charged with multiple instances of assault. There were two other defendants along with him. The charges were in regard to a fight they had with others on Mykonos. Maguire and another defendant are also charged with attempted bribery.

Greece’s Ethnos newspaper said the charges against Maguire were misdemeanours.

Under Greek law, Maguire’s lawyer can represent him in court in a hearing, rather than him appearing in person. Maguire’s lawyer was not immediately available so as to make a comment on the same.

Manchester United had previously issued a statement on Friday saying that they were aware of the incident. They also added that Maguire was fully cooperating with the Greek authorities.

Maguire had joined United from Leicester City in August 2019. He joined United for 80 million pounds, which is a world record fee for a defender.

The 27-year-old had travelled to Mykonos for a holiday. This holiday followed United’s exit from the Europa League last week.

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