Ryan Giggs is out for lunch with his girlfriend Zara Charles following news that he is facing a new trial over allegations of coercive and physical abuse by his ex-girlfriend.
The 48-year-old former Manchester United and Wales footballer and his new model couple bundled up for their low-key outing in Hale, Manchester on Tuesday.
The duo kept straight faces as they strolled through the suburb, Zara with her arms crossed over her chest.
Stroll: Ryan Giggs, 48, was out for lunch with his girlfriend Zara Charles on Tuesday following news that he faces a new trial over allegations of abuse by his ex-girlfriend.
Ryan wore a long navy parka with light wash jeans and a matching pair of New Balance sneakers.
Zara shielded herself from the cold weather in a black puffer coat with khaki leggings and chunky white shoes.
She wore her long blonde hair in a straight style and kept her makeup to a minimum to show off her flawless complexion.
Relaxing: The 48-year-old former Manchester United and Wales footballer and his new model couple bundled up for their low-key outing in Hale, Manchester
It comes as Ryan said he was “obviously disappointed” that a new trial was ordered on domestic abuse allegations against his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville, as he faces a wait of at least ten months to learn his fate.
In a statement, he thanked “my legal team, my mother, my children, my girlfriend Zara, as well as my closest friends, for their support throughout this period.”
The retrial decision came after the Crown Prosecution Service decided it would prosecute the former footballer after a jury failed to reach a verdict after a three-week trial.
Thoughtful: The duo kept straight faces as they strolled through the suburb, Zara with her arms crossed over her chest
The former Wales manager, 48, is accused of assaulting Greville, 38, and his sister Emma, 26, amid an alcohol-fueled argument at their multi-million dollar home in Worsley, Greater Manchester.
He is also charged with coercive and controlling behavior toward public relations executive Greville for three years, charges he denies.
Ryan said in a statement: “After more than three weeks in court, I am obviously disappointed that a new trial has been ordered.”
Long wait: It comes as Ryan said he was “obviously disappointed” that a new trial was ordered on domestic abuse allegations against his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville.
‘My plea of not guilty stands in relation to all charges. I am confident that eventually justice will be served and my name will be cleared of all accusations.
‘I would like to thank my legal team, my mother, my children, my girlfriend Zara, as well as my closest friends, for their support throughout this period.
“I understand the level of interest and scrutiny surrounding this case, but I would like to ask that my privacy and that of my family be respected in the coming weeks and months.”
During a brief hearing at Manchester Crown Court, the judge approved a request from the prosecution for a second trial. Giggs was excused from attendance.
Peter Wright QC, prosecutor, told Judge Hilary Manley: “We are seeking a new trial in respect of Mr Giggs.
“The matter has been considered at a higher level within the Crown Prosecution Service and the whistleblower’s willingness to testify has also been probed, although that is not determinative of the matter.
‘They indicate a preparation to do so. Accordingly, we invite you to set a date for the new trial of this matter.
Judge Manley set the trial date, at the next date available to prosecution and defense attorneys, at July 31, 2023 for a trial estimated to last three to four weeks.
Upset: Ryan said in a statement: “After more than three weeks in court, I am obviously disappointed that a new trial has been ordered” (pictured at Manchester Crown Court in August)