Manchester City found guilty on ‘almost all’ charges relating to breaches of financial rules – reports | OneFootball

Manchester City have reportedly been found guilty of almost all of the charges brought against them by the Premier League over alleged breaches of its financial regulations.

The Athletic first reported that a decision had been reached on the charges and while the verdict is yet to be officially published, it is understood that the club have been found guilty on almost all of the charges levelled at them.

Manchester City are expected to appeal, while the Premier League have declined to comment. A decision on the potential punishment is also yet to be made.

In a statement, Manchester City said: “The Premier League process remains ongoing, with significant elements to be completed, and subject to strict confidentiality.

“As such Manchester City FC’s position remains consistent with the club’s statement of February 2023.

“The club has diligently respected due process for eight years on the basis the Premier League board and executive would behave as an independent, impartial and fair minded regulator, free from partisan influence.”

City were first charged in February 2023 following an investigation, with the alleged breaches covering a period between 2009 and 2018.

The charges include allegations of failing to provide accurate financial information including around the submission of details of manager and player pay information, and not adhering to UEFA’s financial regulations and to the league’s own profitability and sustainability rules (PSR). They are also accused of failing to co-operate with the investigation.