Joao Cancelo robbed, assaulted – Manchester United

MANCHESTER, England – Manchester United has released a statement on attack earlier today at the home of Joao Cancelo, a Portuguese playing for the club. During the robbery at the home of the, he was assaulted and injured on the face.

The  club said in a statement that it is shocked that Joao Cancelo and his family were subjected to a burglary at their home during which the player was assaulted. It added that the club is supporting the player and his family, adding that Joao Cancelo is currently helping the police with enquiries on the seriousness of the attack

“We are shocked and appalled that Joao Cancelo and his family were subjected to a burglary at their home this evening during which Joao was also assaulted.

“Joao and his family are being supported by the Club  and he is helping the police with their enquiries as they investigate this very serious matter”, the club said in a statement.