Sheffield United say "no evidence of wrongdoing" following investigation into Maddy Cusack death
The club vice-captain was found dead at her home in Derbyshire in September
Last updated 18th Dec 2023
Sheffield United say an investigation into the death of player Maddy Cusack has found "no evidence of wrongdoing" at the club.
The 27-year-old died at her home in Derbyshire on September 20, and a police investigation found no suspicious circumstances.
Maddy's family raised concerns about the "process and conduct at the club" following her death, prompting Sheffield United to appoint an independent investigator.
In a statement, the club said: "Following a thorough review of the valuable input provided by each of the key witnesses put forward by Maddy's family and the Club, the investigation has found no evidence of wrongdoing.
"The Club is always looking for ways to evolve and will reflect on the outcomes and recommendations arising from the investigation to consider how processes and policies may be improved.
"Following Maddy's death, the Club provided staff with the opportunity to engage with additional external support.
"As part of the Club's commitment to continual improvement, we have and will continue to review and expand the Club-wide wellbeing support offered to our staff and to increase the learning and development opportunities for all staff around language and culture, welfare and mental health awareness.
"We have also recently strengthened our Women's and Girls' structure with the addition of a new highly experienced Head of Women's and Girls' Football and other key appointments.
"We wish to offer support to Maddy's family and the Maddy Cusack Foundation, MC8, and we hope to work with them to continue the lasting positive impact Maddy had on those who knew her."
Maddy's family have set up a foundation in her name.
She was the club's longest-serving player and had just started her sixth season with the Blades at the time of her death.