Ronnie could now be facing jail time
The former footballer made 19 appearances for United but could now be facing a return to jail after he admitted stealing a car.
Former Manchester United footballer Ronnie Wallwork could be facing a return to prison after he pleaded guilty to stealing a car.
The 36-year-old star admitted taking an Audi A4 which belonged to car finance company Money Barn PLC on September 21, 2010.
He appeared at Minshull Street Crown Court in Manchester where Nicholas Flanagan, defending Wallwork, described the case as unusual, the Manchester Evening News reports.
He told the court that Wallwork had pleaded guilty on a basis and said that the Audi A4, registration number DA08 BAW, had been ‘lawfully leased and paid for by Wallwork’ but between September 21, 2010 and January 2011 he ‘dishonestly took it from the leaseholders’.
Wallwork had made repayments of around £22,000 on the car, but when the contract came into dispute the police were alerted, the court heard.
Judge Andrew Lowcock warned Wallwork, who made 19 appearances for Manchester United and also won four caps for England under-20s, that he could be facing time behind bars.
Releasing Wallwork on bail ahead of a sentencing hearing next month he said: “You should not read anything into the fact that I am granting you bail. All options, including custody, will be considered.”
No further details about the case were revealed in court by prosector Barrie Darby.
Wallwork, from Failsworth, near Oldham, stood in the dock wearing a suit and tie.
He spoke only to confirm his name and personal details.
The case was adjourned for the probation service to draw up a pre-sentence report.
He was released on unconditional bail and will return to the same court for sentence on July 3.
He made his United debut at the age of 20 in 1997.
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