Ryan Giggs cuts a casual figure as he drinks coffee with girlfriend Zara Charles – ahead of his retrial for claims of assault by an ex-girlfriend
Ryan Giggs looked casual as he headed out for a low-key coffee run with girlfriend Zara Charles on Sunday.
The former footballer, 49, donned a relaxed taupe jumper and black jeans as he and his girlfriend walked their dog.
Ryan and Zara enjoyed a relaxing weekend as they grabbed a hot drink together.
It comes after news that a new trial has been ordered over domestic violence allegations against his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville, and he’s waiting until at least mid-2023 to learn his fate.
Ryan’s girlfriend Zara, who is a lingerie model, has often been seen supporting him since they went public with their romance last year.
Still smiling! Ryan Giggs looked casual as he headed out for a low-key coffee run with girlfriend Zara Charles on Sunday
Simple! The former footballer donned a relaxed taupe sweater and black jeans as he and his girlfriend walked their dog
It comes as Ryan said he was “apparently disappointed” that a new trial has been ordered over domestic violence allegations against his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville, as he must wait at least ten months to learn his fate.
In a statement, he thanked “my legal team, my mother, my children, my friend Zara and my closest friends for their support during this time.”
The decision for a new trial came after the public prosecutor’s office decided to prosecute the ex-footballer after a jury failed to reach a verdict after a three-week trial.
The former Wales coach is accused of assaulting 38-year-old Greville and her 26-year-old sister Emma amid a drink-fuelled brawl at his multimillion-pound home in Worsley, Greater Manchester.
He is also accused of coercive and controlling behavior towards public relations manager Greville for three years – allegations he denies.
Ryan said in a statement: “After more than three weeks in court, I am clearly disappointed that a new trial has been ordered.”
My plea of not guilty remains on all charges. I am confident that justice will eventually be served and my name will be cleared of all wrongdoing.
“I would like to thank my legal team, my mother, my children, my friend Zara and my closest friends for their support during this time.
Quiet: Ryan and Zara enjoyed a relaxing weekend as they grabbed a hot drink together
Woes: It comes after news that a new trial has been ordered over domestic violence allegations against his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville
Linked: Ryan’s girlfriend Zara, who is a lingerie model, has often been spotted supporting him since they went public with their romance last year
“I understand the interest and attention in this matter, but I would ask that my and my family’s privacy be respected in the coming weeks and months.”
The new trial is expected to begin on July 31.
Giggs has kept a low profile since stepping down as Wales manager in April 2021.
In December, the former Man United player was pictured enjoying Christmas with his ex-wife Stacey and current girlfriend Zara Charles.