Man City found guilty of breaking financial rules, sources tell BBC

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Man City found guilty of breaking financial rules, sources tell BBC

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Manchester City have reportedly been found guilty of most of the 115 financial-rule breaches brought against them by the Premier League, according to sources cited by BBC Sport and The Athletic. The independent panel has reached its decision, but sanctions have not yet been determined; City are expected to appeal if the findings are confirmed.

The allegations concern conduct between 2009 and 2018, including inaccurate financial information, player and manager payments, UEFA financial rules, profitability regulations and cooperation with the investigation. City deny the charges and say the Premier League process remains ongoing and confidential; the case followed a four-year investigation and a 12-week hearing held behind closed doors.

  • City reportedly guilty of most alleged financial breaches.
  • Punishment has not yet been decided.
  • The club denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal.

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