Mason Greenwood has switched his international allegiance from England to Jamaica after the Football Association made it clear he would never be considered for selection again.
The 23-year-old Marseille striker has completed the necessary paperwork to represent the Reggae Boys, having qualified through his Jamaican-born father.
The former Manchester United forward won his solitary England cap in 2020 but can change nationality as that appearance came before he turned 21.
The FA’s stance came following Greenwood’s suspension from football three years ago, when he was charged with attempted rape, assault occasioning actual bodily harm and controlling and coercive behaviour.
Mason Greenwood has pledged his allegiance to Jamaica
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The charges were subsequently dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service, with Greenwood denying all allegations.
Despite rebuilding his career at Getafe and now Marseille, FA bosses decided against future England selection, citing concerns over the adverse publicity it would generate.
Steve McClaren, the former England manager, now leads the Jamaican national team that Greenwood will join.
The switch comes after Greenwood completed all necessary paperwork to be eligible for selection by Jamaica.
The striker was once viewed as a potential successor to England’s current number nine Harry Kane, but will now forge a new international path with the Caribbean nation.
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Jamaica boss Steve McClaren is keen to get Mason Greenwood in his squad
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Greenwood joined Marseille from Manchester United last summer in a £27m transfer deal.
The forward has flourished in French football, scoring 12 goals to become the leading scorer in Ligue 1 this season.
Marseille manager Roberto De Zerbi has praised his star striker, saying: “He’s just exceptional. He’s a great player and it shows. I’m happy to see him score to end all the controversy in the media.”
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