In February, Man City were hit with 115 charges relating to Financial Fair Play (since 2009). Among them, they were accused of fraudulent accounting, financial reporting and failing to cooperate with the investigation. This was the result of an investigation by the Premier League that lasted from 2018.
Man City faces 115 charges related to Financial Fair Play (Photo: Getty).
After the allegations were announced, Man City denied them. Since then, the Premier League and Man City have not made any further statements.
However, this issue has heated up again after Everton FC was deducted 10 points in the Premier League for a similar (less serious) violation. According to the Daily Mail, Man City and the Premier League have agreed to set up a jury.
The trial is set for autumn 2024. If found guilty, Man City could face a hefty fine as they are involved in multiple offences at the highest level.
The fate of the Man City empire is tied to a lawsuit with the Premier League (Photo: Getty).
The verdict of the Court of Appeal has a major impact on Man City and coach Pep Guardiola. His contract with The Citizens expires in June 2025. The Spanish coach can consider the fate of the club to decide the future.
However, according to the British press, the lawsuit could last a long time. In case either party is not satisfied with the decision, they can appeal to the Supreme Court of Arbitration. Man City also used this method to escape UEFA's accusations related to the Financial Fair Play law.
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