Mason Greenwood in trouble again for indecent act during ugly Champions League tie | OneFootball

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Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has become embroiled in a fresh controversy. The English striker left the Red Devils permanently in the summer of 2024 after off-field issues that had derailed his career at Old Trafford.

Greenwood had an explosive entry into the senior side after rising through the ranks at the Theatre of Dreams. Fast, two-footed and with an eye for goal, the player was another academy star tipped to become a first-team regular.

Greenwood registered 35 goals and 12 assists in 129 appearances across competitions for United before off-field issues brought his career to a halt in January 2022. The player initially left the Red Devils in the summer of 2023 to join Getafe on a season-long loan.

The Englishman was quite impressive in LaLiga, but it was not enough to force a change of heart at Old Trafford. United ultimately sold him to Marseille at the end of the season, with the player moving to France to get his career back on track.

Greenwood’s career since leaving United

Greenwood was an instant hit in his debut campaign in Ligue 1, registering 22 goals and six assists in 36 appearances. He ended as the league’s top scorer, helping Marseille finish second in the league behind Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

The 24 year old hit a higher gear last season, scoring 26 goals and setting up 11 more in 45 appearances across competitions.

Mason Greenwood Stats: 2025/26 Season

That prompted interest in his signature this summer, with Fenerbahce securing Greenwood’s services. United have reportedly earned around £10-11 million from the deal due to a sell-on clause included in the player’s contract.

The player has hit the ground running since moving to Turkey, registering four goals and two assists in nine games. However, he has now become embroiled in a fresh controversy and subsequently been sanctioned.

Greenwood receives one-game suspended ban

According to The Daily Mail, Greenwood has been handed a one-game suspended ban for his involvement in a brawl during Fenerbahce’s 2-1 win over Lyon. The Turkish club defeated the Ligue 1 giants in a Champions League qualifier that saw both teams clash at the final whistle.

The incident was instigated by former Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, while Greenwood also played a part. The report states: “At full-time, Guendouzi, who previously played for Lyon’s arch-rivals Marseille, was at the centre of heated scenes as he sparked a wild brawl and appeared to be attacked by a member of the French side’s coaching staff.”

“Greenwood was also involved in the trouble and grabbed his crotch before he pulled a face in the direction of the home fans.”

“Greenwood was given a one-match ban, suspended for a year, and a €30,000 (£26,000) fine for violating the basic rules of decent conduct.”

Final Thoughts

Greenwood was also at the centre of controversy during the final months of his spell with Marseille. His recent issues suggest that United were correct in allowing the player to leave.