Manchester United finally came to a decision over Mason Greenwood today, with the club and player agreeing to part ways.
Man United have been severely criticised in recent days for its handling of the situation, as their statements and certain leaks made it clear that the club were keen to bring back Greenwood into the fold, despite his trial over domestic abuse allegations, which stemmed from images and recordings shared online.
However, following the backlash, Manchester United released a statement today confirming the news that Greenwood would not be integrated back into the squad.
The issue was discussed tonight on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football, and all three of the pundits - Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Karen Carney - were critical of the club's handling of the situation.
"Yes they have [come to the right decision] they finally got there," said Neville.
I think it was clear from day one, for me and for anybody who saw that evidence that was initially released that he wouldn't play for Manchester United again.
They have got there. However, I would say that the process in getting there has been pretty horrible.
I think that Manchester United, when you have significant situations and difficult situations like this it requires strong and authoritative leadership and that comes from the very top, and Manchester United don't have that.
Sky Sports Pundits Discuss Mason Greenwood Situation
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Neville also made the excellent point that the club should not have been the main decision makers on whether Greenwood should have been allowed back, given what he feels is a lack of experience in this area.
"On an issue like domestic abuse, on violence against women, it brings me to a third point that there needs to be independence," continued Neville.
"It shouldn't be that Manchester United are judge and jury on such a significant issue. Not just for themselves but also for the game.
"People talk about the reputation for Manchester United but it's the Premier League here as well, and my view is, on an issue of this importance and severity, that they should be dealt with independently by a panel.
"Because it's been clear that Manchester United have not had the skill and the ability to deal with this situation properly. It's been well above their grade of experience and ability."
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