I actually had problems at Manchester United, but it’s not everything you heard was true. This was actually what happened. They gave me back my number but (No.11) but I felt disappointed when they told me this…”-Formal Manchester United attacker Mason Greenwood narrated what really happened and why he left Manchester United for good after huge accusation that almost ruined his career. “I was getting ready to play for Manchester United this season but you can’t believe what they told me
The 22-year-old forward, who transferred permanently from Manchester United earlier this summer, made an immediate impact by scoring twice on his Ligue 1 debut for Marseille, now managed by former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi.
Greenwood’s only appearance for the England senior team was in September 2020, as a late substitute in a Nations League match against Iceland. However, following that game, Greenwood and fellow England player Phil Foden were sent home for violating Covid-19 protocols.
Since then, Greenwood has not been called up to the England squad. His absence was further affected by his arrest in January 2022 on charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behavior, and assault causing actual bodily harm. Although these charges, brought in October 2022, were dropped by the CPS in February 2023, they had a lasting impact on his international career.
As Greenwood is of Jamaican heritage, he remains eligible to represent Jamaica under FIFA rules, which permit players to switch national teams if they have fewer than four competitive appearances before turning 21.
Jamaica recently appointed former Manchester United assistant coach Steve McClaren as their new manager. During his introduction, McClaren hinted at the possibility of including Greenwood, stating, “I met Mason and we had a little conversation. I want to go and meet everyone when I get back and find out whether they actually want to come here and play for Jamaica. Again, it’s the commitment. I will be making sure that we have a conversation with all the [eligible] players. We have a list.”
According to *The Sun*, Greenwood has decided to switch his international allegiance to Jamaica. The report suggests that Jamaica has already made a formal request to the English FA to complete the switch.
Although Jamaica has not qualified for the World Cup since 1998, the expanded 48-team tournament in 2026, taking place in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, could improve their chances. McClaren, who signed a two-year contract with Jamaica earlier this month, will aim to lead the Reggae Boyz to their first World Cup under his management.Mason Greenwood, who recently transferred from Manchester United to Marseille, made a strong debut in Ligue 1 by scoring twice under the management of Roberto De Zerbi. Greenwood, who has only one cap for England from a Nations League match in 2020, has been absent from the national team due to off-field issues, including his arrest in 2022. Although the charges were dropped in 2023, these events have overshadowed his international career.
Given his Jamaican heritage, Greenwood is eligible to switch his international allegiance under FIFA rules. Jamaica’s new manager, Steve McClaren, has expressed interest in including Greenwood in the squad. Reports suggest that Greenwood has decided to represent Jamaica, with a formal request already submitted to the English FA. With the upcoming 2026 World Cup and an expanded tournament format, Jamaica hopes to qualify under McClaren’s leadership.
This move marks a significant shift in Greenwood’s career, potentially allowing him to reignite his international presence on the global stage with Jamaica.