Sheffield United are allowing Mr Chedwyn Evans to train with the club after a request from the players union. This now seems that Mr Evans with therefore be once again be playing professional football.
Although Sheffield United have released a statement saying that 'they condemn rape and violence of any kind against women in the strongest possible terms'
It seems as if the club a respected club are yes giving a man a chance but are contradicting themselves in the process. I cannot understand how they can take him back into the club. Maybe he is only training to keep his fitness up bit still that could lead to him playing for a team in the Football League once again. I believe the fans are not pleased about this action by the club, which is understandable they disagree with having a convicted rapist on there playing staff. And I don't see how it would be any different for any other fans in the league.
Sheffield United are not taking him on as I player yet I must stress, it is only on a training and facility basis.
The PFA have said that footballing professionals should be treated as equals before the law. Well Mr Chedwyn Evans is still pleading his innocence and his appeal is being fast tracked.
More on the story from the 12/11/14. That Members of Parliament are starting to get involved in this case. The likes of Nick Clegg and local Sheffield Labour MP and shareholder of Sheffield United Mr Paul Bloomfield. Both of these gentlemen think that Sheffield United should seriously rethink letting Mr Chedwyn Evans continue training with them. Saying as he is not just a footballer, he is role model, and it sends out some disturbing messages to younger people and victims of sexual violence.
Also the club's rear shirt sponsor DBL Logistics has explained today that if the club do resign Ched Evans than they will withdraw there sponsorship.
If you would like more on this story it's on Sky Sports and I have some more information on a previous post.
Thanks for reading Anthony
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