Premier League ‘to recommend’ sanctions in Manchester City case at independent hearing | OneFootball

The Premier League is expected to outline proposed sanctions against Manchester City to an independent commission in the coming weeks, according to The Times.

A hearing would allow the league to set out penalties it considers appropriate. City are yet to learn the consequences of the 114 financial breaches alleged to have occurred between 2009 and 2018.

The situation is sensitive for the league, since City are one of its flagship clubs and their squad includes stars such as Erling Haaland. A heavy punishment could have significant ramifications. To date, the Premier League has neither published any verdict on City’s culpability nor commented.

At a European Club Association board meeting in Copenhagen on Monday, chief executive Ferran Soriano said the investigation had already taken eight years and would take much longer, the report said. He also maintained the club denies wrongdoing and is prepared to appeal or pursue legal action.

City have indicated they will defend their position as the process unfolds.

Source: L'Équipe

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