Manchester, Feb 7 (AP) Nike is no longer sponsoring Mason Greenwood, with the Manchester United player on police bail after being questioned on suspicion of the rape and assault of a woman.

The sportswear firm initially suspended its deal with Greenwood after his arrest last week, saying it was "deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations."

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Nike announced on Monday that "Mason Greenwood is no longer a Nike athlete."

United has said the 20-year-old England forward will not be playing or practising with the club until further notice.

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Greater Manchester Police said last Wednesday that Greenwood was "released on bail pending further investigation." (AP)

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