Manchester United forward Antony Santos finds himself embroiled in fresh allegations following
accusations of assault by a second woman, Ingrid Lana. Antony had already denied previous accusations
made by his ex-girlfriend, Gabriel Cavallin, who claimed he assaulted her on two separate occasions.
These allegations have led to Antony’s exclusion from Brazil’s recent international fixtures as
investigations continue by the Greater Manchester and Sao Paulo Police.
Ingrid Lana accuses Antony of unwanted advances
Ingrid Lana, speaking to Brazilian news outlet Record TV, accused Antony of attempting to pressure her into having sexual intercourse during a trip to England in 2022. She revealed that she was initially in the country on a business trip and had been invited to Antony’s house. Lana stated, “He tried to have a relationship with me, and I didn’t want to. He pushed me against the wall, and I hit my head. My purpose was just business. Arriving there at his invitation, I realized that he had ulterior motives. I’ve never been anyone’s lover.”
Denial and ongoing police investigation
Antony has vehemently denied these new claims, reiterating his innocence. The alleged incident
involving Lana is said to have occurred during his time at Manchester United, after his move from Dutch club Ajax in 2022. The player has cooperated with the police investigation and taken to social media to express that he has been “falsely accused of assault.”
Statements from Antony’s representatives and Manchester united
Antony’s representatives released a statement emphasizing their trust in the police investigation: “The
player Antony Matheus dos Santos has been the target of unfounded accusations made by his ex-
girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin. Antony, through his defenders, has been closely following the police
investigations.” They urged caution and professionalism in handling the matter, emphasizing the
principle of the presumption of innocence.
Manchester United, in a prior statement, acknowledged the allegations and confirmed they were taking them seriously, pledging to cooperate with ongoing investigations. The club expressed concern for the potential impact of these allegations on survivors of abuse and emphasized their commitment to addressing the matter responsibly.
As the investigation unfolds, Antony’s future both on and off the field remains uncertain. The football
world and the public will be closely watching for updates as authorities work to establish the facts
surrounding these serious allegations against the Manchester United forward.
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