Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules, according to an independent commission. The verdict covers a nine-season period and includes charges related to the club’s failure to cooperate with the League’s investigation. The ruling has triggered a range of potential consequences, including financial penalties, sanctions, or even expulsion from the league.
The club’s owners have been accused of allowing financial misconduct to continue, with former players and managers expressing strong reactions. Pep Guardiola, the former manager, has publicly supported the club despite the verdict. Roy Keane, a former player, has called on Manchester City players to discard their medals, accusing the owners of being “happy to cheat.” Micah Richards, another former player, described the verdict as devastating and heartbreaking.
The decision comes as the Premier League prepares to determine the appropriate punishment. Possible outcomes include heavy fines, restrictions on signing new players, or even relegation. The club’s fan groups have also expressed concern, with some calling for unity in the face of the ruling. The situation remains under scrutiny as the league moves forward with its next steps.
