Rio Ferdinand demands Joleon Lescott hand over Premier League medal after Man City verdict | OneFootball

Rio Ferdinand has stoked debate by joking that Joleon Lescott should hand over his 2011-12 Premier League medal. According to Goal.com, his comments follow Manchester City being found guilty of the vast majority of their 115 financial charges.

City face potential points deductions, heavy fines or the stripping of honours, with an appeal virtually certain. If titles are removed, the 2011-12 crown, clinched by Sergio Aguero’s stoppage-time winner, could be handed to runners-up United.

Speaking on Rio Ferdinand Presents, he said Lescott should be ready to return his medal if guilt leads to titles being removed. He light-heartedly added he would go to his former England team-mate’s house to ask for it, arguing trophies and medals should be surrendered if other penalties do not follow.

Ferdinand stressed he does not blame the players, acknowledging City have been the country’s outstanding side under an elite manager. He said punishments should be appropriate if guilt is upheld, while supporters can still appreciate the football and moments they produced.

On X, he added, “Another Premier League medal to be added to the cabinet.” If trophies are stripped, United could also receive 2017-18, and Liverpool would inherit 2013-14.

City and their fans now face a wait while sanctions are finalised, with a robust appeal expected. A definitive outcome could be months away, leaving the squad to maintain focus with a cloud over past achievements.

Source: Goal.com

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