A former Scotland international footballer has been told to set aside £100,000 ahead of a damages action hearing brought by a woman who claims he raped her. 

A judge has agreed to recall a previous legal measure granted against David Goodwillie on condition that the money is held on account or failing that consigned to court.

The former Dundee United, Blackburn Rovers and Aberdeen striker currently has his home in Scotland up for sale and is presently with Plymouth Argyle.

A 30-year-old woman has raised a £500,000 claim against Goodwillie and another player David Robertson alleging that they raped her in the early hours of January 2 in 2011. Both men deny the allegation.

Police were called in and the case was reported to Crown Office but Goodwillie was later advised that he would not be prosecuted.

The woman claims she suffered symptoms of depression, panic disorder, anxiety and eating disorder and was unable to continue with her employment.