Manchester United's new women's shirt design has been defended by its manufacturer, Adidas, amid criticism of it on social media.
Adidas unveiled the first United kit of its £750 million deal with the Old Trafford club last week.
The German sportswear giant was criticised for the design of the women's shirt, which had a much lower neckline than the men's version.
Responding to the criticism, Adidas said it took the thoughts of fans into account before producing the kit.
"Adidas provides an adult shirt which is a replica of what the players wear," an Adidas spokesperson said.
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"Based on research from fans, we also offer a women's shirt as part of our lifestyle range of products.
"This range has a slightly different design and fit to give fans a choice."
Adidas pointed out that it makes women's kits for Chelsea, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and all of its other top European clubs. Nike did not produce a women's version of the United shirt last season.