Premier League executive under investigation for alleged non-recent sex offences

An executive from a Premier League club is being investigated by London’s Metropolitan Police for non-recent sex offences, report The Athletic. The man – who has been described as “well-known” – is still working in the English top flight while the case is being investigated by the police. In a statement, the police said no arrests have been made.

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  Investigation relates to alleged sexual exploitation of under-age girls

  In a story published on Sunday morning, reported an investigation has been launched relating to the alleged sexual exploitation of under-age girls, one of whom was 15 at the time of the alleged offences.

  Following that, the report says the police are investigating a complaint relating to the alleged making and distribution of indecent photographs.

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  Alleged crimes are not related to PL executive's involvement in football

  The alleged crimes, which took place at several locations in the south-east of England, go back a number of years and are not related to the executive’s involvement in football. 

  Specialist officers from the RASSO unit – Rape and Serious Sexual Offences – have now been placed in charge of the inquiry.

• Metropolitan police say no arrests have been made in statement

  In quotes published by , the Metropolitan police said in a statement: “In November, police received a report relating to the alleged taking of indecent images and sexual exploitation. Initial enquiries are being carried out. No arrests have been made.”

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  Premier League football continues on Sunday and Monday

  The Premier League continues on Sunday when Manchester United travel to Aston Villa in the penultimate league fixture before Christmas Day. 

  Fulham play host to Nottingham Forest on Monday evening, before Manchester United host Newcastle United in the only Boxing Day fixture.