Manchester United have chosen to include Antony in their Premier League squad, despite the serious assault allegations made against him by three women.

Premier League clubs were required to submit their squad selections for the first half of the season by September 13th, with a maximum of 25 senior players allowed to be named.

Despite previously announcing that the Brazilian winger was taking a leave of absence "until further notice" to address the allegations, Antony's name remains on United's squad list.

He was dropped from the recent Brazil squad after being accused of physical assault by his ex-girlfriend, Gabriela Cavallin.

Both Greater Manchester Police and authorities in Sao Paolo are now investigating these allegations.

Antony vehemently denied the accusations in an interview with Brazilian TV channel SBT.

However, United, mindful of previous criticism over their handling of Mason Greenwood's situation, jointly decided with the player that he should take time away while the allegations are being investigated.

Nevertheless, Antony's name remains on the 25-man squad list for the first half of the Premier League season, with changes not permitted until January.