Premier League star arrested on suspicion of child abuse

In the English professional football league Premier League, a player has been arrested on suspicion of child abuse. This is reported by several British media. First division club Everton announced on Monday that they had suspended a player because of ongoing police investigations.

The police in the Greater Manchester area had also announced on Monday that they had arrested a 31-year-old and that the man was being accused of child abuse-related offenses. The suspect was released on bail. Several British media, including the “Mirror” and the “Sun” reported that it was a professional footballer in the highest English league.

Everton FC did not explicitly confirm that it was one of its players. The club only announced that they had suspended a kicker because of police investigations. “The club will continue to support the authorities with their inquiries and will not provide any further information at this time,” said the club from Liverpool on Monday (local time).

Reports: Player also plays for national team

According to the reports, this is a player who is regularly featured for both his club and national team level. He was temporarily arrested, his house was searched and some items were confiscated, the reports said.

The “Mirror” states that for legal reasons it is not allowed to give the name of the player. But it is a seasoned professional who has earned millions himself in his career and washed it into the coffers of his clubs in the form of replacements. The newspaper reported on a source in the club of a “massive shock” for those responsible and players. According to a Sun source, everyone in the locker room hoped “the allegations were not true.”

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