Bail granted for rape attempt accused footballer Mason Greenwood

He appeared at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Monday and was remanded in custody

A sketch of Mason Greenwood appearing in the dock at Manchester Magistrates’ Court (Elizabeth Cook/PA)

Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood will be released from custody after a bail application was granted.

The 21-year-old forward faces charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault.