Chesterfield aware of allegation following Hope attack

Chesterfield FC have acknowledged that they are aware of an allegation that one of their players was involved in an incident following the Spireites' National League game against Latics on Saturday.

Latics announced yesterday (Monday) that striker Hallam Hope ended up in hospital after he was the victim of a 'vicious' assault outside Boundary Park after Saturday's match, which Chesterfield won.

Hope (28), who joined Latics from Swindon in July, 2021, suffered serious injuries in the attack.

Greater Manchester Police are currently investigating.

Chestefield FC have since posted a statement on their club website, which read: "Following an incident which took place after Saturday’s game at Oldham Athletic, we are aware of an allegation relating to an un-named Chesterfield player.

"We are assisting Greater Manchester Police with their enquiries.

"As this is an ongoing investigation, no further comment will be made at this stage."

Latics' earlier statement read: "Oldham Athletic is sorry to have to report that our player, Hallam Hope, was the victim of a vicious assault on Saturday evening. 

"The assault took place in the staff car park following Saturday’s game against Chesterfield.

"Hallam sustained serious injuries which required hospital treatment and he will be out of action for some weeks. 

"The matter has been reported to the Police and we have provided CCTV footage in relation to the incident. 

"Whilst the investigation is continuing Oldham Athletic will make no further comment on the incident.  

"The club is supporting Hallam and will continue to do so.

"We wish him a speedy recovery from a dreadful experience."

Hope has scored three times in seven appearances so far this season.

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