Manchester City Hearing on Premier League Charges Concludes
A verdict on over 100 alleged rule breaches is expected in 2025, with potential sanctions including relegation or points deductions.
- The hearing, which began on September 16, addressed 130 alleged breaches of Premier League rules, including financial misreporting and lack of cooperation during investigations.
- Manchester City denies any wrongdoing and claims to have 'irrefutable evidence' to support their case.
- Potential sanctions, if found guilty, could range from points deductions to relegation from the Premier League.
- The independent panel's verdict is anticipated by January 2025, but any appeals could delay final resolution until later in the year.
- The Premier League's investigation into Manchester City has spanned five years, with significant legal costs incurred by both sides.