Premier League star, 31, arrested in probe over 'child sex offences' as club suspend him

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Mirror: “We can confirm we have suspended a first-team player pending a police investigation.“The club will continue to support the authorities with their inquiries and will not be making any further statement.”The footballer has then suspended indefinitely by his club pending further investigation.He was interviewed by police on Friday following the arrest, and Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team is leading the probe.In a statement, Greater Manchester Police said: "Officers arrested a 31-year-old man on Friday 16 July 2021 on suspicion of child sex offences. "He is on police bail pending further enquiries."The allegations come as a huge blow to the club he represents ahead of the new season.Preparations for the 2020/21 campaign.