Former England Player Taken Into Custody Following Attempted Rape Claims

‎A former England and Premier League footballer, active in the 2010s, has been detained at Stansted Airport on suspicion of attempted rape.

‎The individual, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was stopped by Border Force officers at passport control on Sunday before boarding a flight, according to reports from The Sun.

‎Essex Police stated, “A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted rape and has been bailed to a date in late February 2026 while we continue our enquiries.”

‎The newspaper reports that police records indicate the suspect is sought in connection with a non-recent allegation.

‎The investigation remains ongoing.