Man City found guilty of 114 Premier League financial rule breaches
UKPulse Sport Desk
Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 out of 115 alleged breaches of the Premier League's financial rules following a lengthy investigation and hearing.
- Manchester City was referred to an independent commission in February 2023 after a four-year investigation.
- The alleged breaches span a nine-season period from 2009 to 2018 and relate to providing accurate financial information.
- The club denied all charges when they were initially brought.
Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 of the 115 alleged breaches of the Premier League's financial rules. The verdict follows a long-awaited hearing into the charges, which were brought after a four-year investigation.
The champions were referred to an independent commission in February 2023. The alleged breaches, which City denied, reportedly occurred over a nine-season period from 2009 to 2018 and concern the provision of accurate financial information.
Charges also included failing to comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) and UEFA’s financial fair play regulations. Additionally, the club was accused of not cooperating with the Premier League's investigation.
Why this matters: Manchester City, winners of four consecutive Premier League titles, could face a significant points deduction or even expulsion from the league. The verdict may also lead to compensation claims from other Premier League clubs and potentially affect diplomatic relations between the UK and the UAE.