Mason Greenwood, the 21-year-old football sensation, expressed his delight as he was introduced to the Getafe faithful for the first time following his loan transfer from Manchester United, declaring, “I am happy to be here.”

Greenwood’s transition to Spain materialized on deadline day, after it was announced last month that he would continue his football journey away from Old Trafford.

In a remarkable turn of events, Greenwood faced suspension by Manchester United in January 2022 amid allegations involving a young woman. Disturbing images and videos had surfaced online, leading to charges that included attempted rape and assault. 

However, in February of this year, the Crown Prosecution Service disclosed that the case had been discontinued, marking a significant moment in Greenwood’s tumultuous journey. Follow your favourite Premier League team with attractive football betting odds from Nextbet. 

The young talent seized the opportunity to showcase his skills in front of Getafe fans during an open training session on Tuesday. Subsequently, he joined fellow new recruits Diego Rico and Oscar Rodriguez in a grand unveiling ceremony before the home supporters.

Among the trio, Greenwood was the final one to take the stage, and as he made his entrance into the Coliseum Alfonso Perez, the crowd erupted in cheers. In a heartfelt gesture, he waved back at the fans and even kicked a signed ball into the stands, cementing his warm welcome.

Addressing his current state of readiness, Greenwood remarked, “I have been training for four or five months, I am getting up to speed and have been training with my team-mates and feel quite good.” He emphasized the importance of taking each game as it comes, looking forward to the next home fixture in a few weeks and vowing to give their best in pursuit of victory.

Greenwood’s last appearance in a Manchester United jersey dates back to a 1-0 victory over West Ham in January 2022. Fans eagerly await his debut in Getafe colors, which is expected to happen after the international break when Getafe faces Osasuna on September 17. Get the latest updates from the Premier League only on Nextbet Sports.