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Robinho cleared over assault

07 Apr 2009 - 07:30:58

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Manchester City striker Robinho will not face any charges relating to an alleged sexual assault on a woman in a Leeds nightclub in January.

West Yorkshire Police have been investigating a complaint made about the 25-year-old, with the Crown Prosecution Service deciding to take no further action.

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police confirmed: "Following a report of a serious sexual assault that occurred at a nightclub in Leeds on January 14, 2009, the matter was investigated and the man was arrested and released on police bail.

"A file was submitted to the CPS, who decided that no further action should be taken."

Robinho's advisor, Chris Nathaniel of NVA Management, added: "I am pleased to announce that Robinho has been cleared of all allegations of rape.

"He has maintained his innocence throughout the police interview process and I am delighted that all charges have been dropped.

"Robinho is a hard-working family man, who is extremely passionate about football. He now wishes to focus his attention on Manchester City to help create a successful end to the season.

"Robinho will be making an official statement at a later date, in the meantime he wants to pass on his sincere thanks to all his family, friends, fans and Manchester City colleagues who have supported him through this terrible ordeal."