Mason Greenwood’s £26m Manchester United Exit ‘On Hold’ After French Mayor Intervenes Manchester United’s plans to sell Mason Greenwood to Ligue 1 club Nice have reportedly been put on hold after the mayor of the French city expressed his opposition to the move. Greenwood, 21, has been suspended by United since his arrest in January 2022 on suspicion of rape, assault, and threats to kill. He has since been charged with attempted rape, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour. In a statement, Nice Mayor Christian Estrosi said that he “firmly opposes” the signing of Greenwood. “This type of behavior is unacceptable and has no place in our city, especially when it comes to children,” Estrosi said. “We will not tolerate it.” Nice had reportedly agreed to pay £26m to United for Greenwood, who is out on bail while awaiting trial. However, the club has now reportedly put the move on hold due to the mayor’s intervention. Manchester United declined to comment on the matter. Estrosi’s stance has been praised by some, who believe that it is important to send a strong message that violence against women will not be tolerated. However, others have argued that it is unfair to judge Greenwood before he has been convicted of any crime. It remains to be seen whether Nice will continue to pursue a deal for Greenwood or if the move will ultimately be abandoned. The club has yet to make any further comment on the situation.Mason Greenwood’s potential transfer to Marseille has hit a roadblock. Despite positive talks and a reported bid of £26 million, the move is now in jeopardy due to public outcry.Mason Greenwood’s potential transfer to Marseille has hit a roadblock. Despite positive talks and a reported bid of £26 million, the move is now in jeopardy due to public outcry. Greenwood, 22, spent last season on loan at Getafe but has been informed he has no future at Manchester United. The club has been negotiating with other clubs to find a solution. However, Marseille fans have expressed strong disapproval over the prospect of Greenwood joining the French outfit. The mayor of Marseille, Benoit Payan, has also strongly criticized the potential move, stating that he does not want his club “covered in shame.” Following the backlash, Marseille has reportedly turned its attention to Arsenal’s Eddie Nketiah. The club has allegedly approached Arsenal regarding a potential transfer. Greenwood’s last appearance for United was in January 2022, before his arrest and subsequent suspension. The Crown Prosecution Service later dropped all charges against him in February 2023.Mason Greenwood’s £26 million Manchester United exit is reportedly ‘on hold’ after the French mayor intervened. The 21-year-old striker has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain, but the deal has reportedly stalled due to the involvement of French mayor Nicolas Florian. Florian has reportedly written to PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi, urging him not to sign Greenwood due to his alleged involvement in a sexual assault case. Greenwood was arrested in January 2022 on suspicion of rape and assault, but he has not been charged with any crime. The Crown Prosecution Service is currently reviewing the evidence against Greenwood, and a decision on whether to charge him is expected in the coming weeks. PSG are reportedly reluctant to sign Greenwood until the outcome of the investigation is known. A source close to the club told The Sun: “PSG are very interested in signing Greenwood, but they are aware of the allegations against him. “They do not want to be seen to be condoning violence against women, so they are waiting for the outcome of the investigation before making a decision.” Greenwood has made 129 appearances for Manchester United, scoring 35 goals. He has been capped once by England, but he was withdrawn from the squad in September 2021 following his arrest.