Manchester United captain Harry Maguire arrested over alleged altercation with police in Mykonos
The Manchester United captain is alleged to have gotten into a fight with police on the Greek island last night, according to media reports.
Mr Maguire, who is Sheffield-born and has previously played for Sheffield United and Hull City, was pictured in a post on social media by his girlfriend Fern Hawkins on Thursday, alongside the caption, "Holidays with you".
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Hide AdManchester United has confirmed it is aware of an "alleged incident" and released a short statement today saying it was co-operating with Greek authorities.
A spokesman for the club said: “The club is aware of an alleged incident involving Harry Maguire in Mykonos last night.
“Contact has been made with Harry, and he is fully co-operating with the Greek authorities.
“At this time we will be making no further comment.”
United players are taking time off after their Europa League exertions earlier this month.
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Maguire, 27, is the world’s most expensive defender, having signed for United from Leicester last summer for £80million.
In his first season at Old Trafford he was an ever-present in the Premier League, scoring one goal.