Manchester United winger Antony has returned to the UK from Brazil and will meet Greater Manchester Police for questioning, over allegations of abuse made against him, the PA news agency understands.

The 23-year-old, who joined Manchester United from Ajax last summer in a deal worth £86m, has been on a leave of absence from the Premier League club since September 10.

United have confirmed that the Brazil international remains on “leave of absence” while addressing the issues against him.

Antony is facing several accusations of physical aggression towards his former girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin, who spoke to the Brazilian Press earlier this month.