Source: Team_Talk
Fellaini faces nightclub assault probe
Detectives were today investigating claims that Everton midfielder Marouane Fellaini assaulted a young model at a nightclub.[LNB] Fellaini has been accused of attacking the woman in Jet Black, a trendy night-spot in London's West End.[LNB]The 22-year-old midfielder, a Belgium international, faces allegations he struck the woman in the early hours of Sunday.[LNB]The victim, aged 20, complained of a head injury and was taken to hospital as a precaution.[LNB]Fellaini, known for his distinctive hair, is recovering from a serious ankle injury he suffered during a derby match at Anfield in February.[LNB]Sources close to the player said he strenuously denies any wrongdoing and that he expects the police inquiry to be dropped.[LNB]An Everton spokesman said the club is aware of the incident but declined to comment further.[LNB]He said: "We are aware of the allegations. It is now subject to a police investigation and we will not be saying anything until that is completed."[LNB]A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: "Police received a call from the ambulance service at about 4am on Sunday.[LNB]"There was a report of someone assaulted and with a head injury at a nightclub in West Central Street.[LNB]"Officers attended the scene and a 20-year-old female victim was found with no visible injuries but was taken to a central London hospital as a precaution.[LNB]"The alleged suspect had left the scene prior to police arrival. Officers from Camden CID investigate. There have been no arrests."
