Erling Haaland, the prominent striker for Manchester City, was reported to police following an accusation from a club mascot who claimed that he caused her whiplash with a tap to the back of her head.

The incident occurred before City’s Premier League match against Southampton.

The mascot, known for her role as Moonbeam, initially believed she had been struck by a stray football and subsequently sought medical attention, suspecting whiplash.

However, an internal investigation by Manchester City concluded that Haaland had not acted with malice or intent.

Reports indicate that the Greater Manchester Police reviewed the matter and chose not to pursue any further action against Haaland.

A City spokesperson confirmed that the club conducted a comprehensive investigation, including video evidence, which did not substantiate the claim that an injury occurred in the manner alleged by the mascot.

In the aftermath of the incident, the club reportedly decided not to renew the contract of the mascot.

She publicly expressed dissatisfaction with the club’s handling of the situation, describing the organization as “arrogant” and alleging that there was a “cover up” intended to protect Haaland.

She recounted feeling two distinct blows to her head while posing for a photograph last October, prompting her astonishment and subsequent inquiry about the source of the impact.

A colleague reportedly informed her it was Haaland.

Following the incident, the club’s safeguarding chief allegedly dismissed the situation, remarking that at least she could claim to have been hit by Erling Haaland.

The mascot further asserted that she believed Haaland would have offered an apology had he been given the opportunity, asserting feelings of frustration over the club's approach to the matter.

The City spokesperson reiterated that a thorough investigation did not find evidence supporting the accusation, and the police also determined that no further action was warranted.