Biography
Mason Will John Greenwood (born 1 October 2001), is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for La Liga club Getafe. He is notably on loan from Premier League club Manchester United.
With exceptional ability and passion for the game, Mason Greenwood has consistently shown his talent on the pitch.
His contributions have benefited the club and earned him a place in the prestigious England national team, further cementing Mason Greenwood’s status as an outstanding player in world football.
English football player
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| Full name: | Builder Will John Greenwood |
| Stage name: | Mason Greenwood |
| Born: | October 1, 2001 (age 22) |
| Place of birth: | Wibsey, Bradford, UK |
| Nationality: | Older brother |
| Education: | Bradford City Youth Academy |
| Height: | 1.81 meters |
| Parents: | Melanie Hamilton and Andrew Greenwood |
| Siblings: | Ashton Greenwood |
| Couple: | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Harriet Robson (2018-2022) |
| The children: | 1 |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | 2 million dollars |
Early life and education
Mason Greenwood, an English young footballer of Jamaican descent, was born in Wibsey, Bradford, on 1 October 2001. His parents, Melanie Hamilton and Andrew Greenwood, who come from a sporting family, raised him with love.
No stranger to sport in the family, Mason Greenwood’s older sister, Ashton Greenwood, excelled as a track and field athlete. Although he did not pursue a university education, Mason began his footballing journey at an incredibly young age, joining the Bradford City youth academy at the age of five.
Career
Mason Greenwood’s journey into the world of football began at a very young age, six to be exact, when he found himself in the hallowed halls of Manchester United’s esteemed youth academy. The years that followed saw his relentless dedication and hard work culminate in a well-deserved place in the esteemed first team.
Mason Greenwood etched his name into the annals of history with a remarkable debut at the age of just seventeen. His achievement was synonymous with the Champions League era as he proudly wore the iconic Manchester United shirt in European competition, becoming the second youngest player to do so.
Mason Greenwood’s journey reached its peak in the 2019-20 season. His goalscoring prowess came to fruition, netting 17 times in various competitions. In doing so, he became the first United teenager to achieve this feat since the legendary George Best in the 1965-66 season. Recognition came in the form of Manchester United’s coveted Young Player of the Year award.
As the story goes, the 2020-21 season has proven to be a lasting impact for Mason Greenwood. His mark on the competition has been festooned with twelve goals to showcase his artistry. Notably, he scored a resounding hat-trick against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League, a symphony of achievement. In this story, the curtain has risen on his senior international debut for England in September 2020.
However, darkness temporarily obscured the spotlight in January 2022 as legal clouds surrounded Mason Greenwood. Allegations of rape, assault and coercive control cast a temporary shadow over his trajectory, suspending his presence at Manchester United. Although the legal drama ended in February 2023 with the charges dropped, the reverberations of the matter still reverberated, prolonging his absence from the club’s stage.
On 16 August 2023, United released a cryptic statement, signalling the end of their investigation phase. A curtain had been lifted, but what lay behind remained a mystery, with a decision on Mason Greenwood’s future awaiting final action. Media whispers continued, but United’s inner sanctum remained a secretive land as discussions simmered behind closed doors.
Awards & Nominations
- Young Player of the Year 2018–19 Jimmy Murphy
- IFFHS World Youth Men’s Team (U20) 2021
- Kopa Trophy Nomination: 2021 (5th)
Social media
- Instagram: @masongreenwood
- Twitter: @masongreenwood
- Facebook: @masongreenwoodofficial
Personal life
Mason Greenwood, 22, is not romantically linked and is considered single. However, he was briefly in a relationship with Harriet Robson before they split in 2022.
It is worth mentioning that the reason behind their split was Harriet Robson’s accusation of assault against Mason Greenwood.
In July 2023, Mason Greenwood surprised his Instagram followers by revealing that he had become a father. The mother of his child is Harriet Robson.
Net worth
Mason Greenwood’s net worth is around $2 million. He is reported to earn a weekly salary of £75,000, which is equivalent to nearly €89,000. This means his monthly income is in excess of €350,000.
The main contributor to Greenwood’s wealth is his contract with Manchester United, worth €3.9 million.
