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The intricate web Man City spun to con the Premier League
SUMMARY
The 40-page document which confirmed Manchester City were found guilty of inflating sponsorship income makes fascinating reading. Here's what it sets out.
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Manchester City financial charges verdict
Manchester City has reportedly been found guilty on the majority of 115 financial charges brought by the Premier League, prompting other clubs to seek legal advice over potential compensation. The case, spanning years of allegations over financial rules breaches, is seen as a landmark moment for English football governance.
What you need to know
- Manchester City were charged by the Premier League with 115 breaches of financial rules, alleged to have occurred over several years.
- An independent commission has reportedly found City guilty of a majority of the charges, though full details have not been officially confirmed.
- City's chief executive Ferran Soriano has defended the club and struck a defiant tone with other club executives.
- Other Premier League clubs are seeking legal advice on whether they could claim compensation over the case.
- Former Man City manager Roberto Mancini said an alleged "double contract" from his time at the club is "not my concern".
- The possible punishments and next steps for the Premier League remain unclear, with observers warning the legal fight could escalate further.
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What have Man City been found guilty of doing?
Manchester City are found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons. BBC sports editor Dan Roan explains what it means for the club and the league.
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