Manchester United winger Antony will return to training and be available for selection as he continues to co-operate with police inquiries into allegations of violence towards women.The Brazil international was given a leave of absence on 10 September, but returned to England earlier this week and attended a voluntary interview with Greater Manchester Police on Thursday, having always strongly denied the accusations.United have confirmed that the 23-year-old will rejoin training with a view to returning to Erik ten Hag's side, but he will not involved in Saturday's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.A club statement read: "Since allegations were first made in June, Antony has co-operated with police inquiries in both Brazil and the UK, and he continues to do so."As Antony's employer, Manchester United has decided that he will resume training at Carrington, and be available for selection, while police inquiries proceed."This will be kept under review pending further developments in the case."As a club we condemn acts of violence and abuse.
We recognise the importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation, and acknowledge the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse."Meanwhile, United have announced Lisandro Martinez will be sidelined for an "extended period" after aggravating the foot injury he suffered towards the end of last season.The Argentina defender sustained a fractured metatarsal in April's Europa League quarter-final first leg against Sevilla, keeping him out for around two months.Martinez is now looking at a similar timescale after United confirmed he had suffered a setback.United have a number of injury issues to deal with and have confirmed Sergio Reguilon will be among those