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Ched Evans blames "mob rule" tactics for collapse of Oldham Athletic move

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Convicted rapist Ched Evans slams "mob rule" tactics for the collapse of his move to Oldham Athletic.

Convicted rapist Ched Evans has hit out at the "mob rule" tactics which led to the collapse of his proposed move to Oldham Athletic.

The former Sheffield United forward was close to signing for the League One outfit, but the deal was pulled today after board members and their families received "vile" threats.

Evans has struggled to find a club since October following his release from prison after serving half of a five-year sentence for raping a 19-year-old woman at a hotel.

The Welshman has now commented on the failed move by releasing a statement, which read: "It is with great sadness that today I have withdrawn from talks with Oldham Athletic. I would like to thank the club, and those who have supported me in my lawful quest to find work. I apologise to the club's supporters, sponsors and all those affected by the last 72 hours.

"Sadly the 'mob rule' tactics employed by the more radical elements of our society and the constant media reporting has had the desired influence on some sponsors and the club would face significant financial pressure if I joined them.

"The most significant issue for me was that owing to the threat of funding opportunities being withdrawn which may jeopardise the building of Oldham's new stand it would mean that workers would lose their jobs and others would be put at risk - that would simply not be fair."

Earlier today, Evans apologised "for the effects" of his behaviour back in 2011.

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