Manchester City found guilty of 114 Premier League financial violations

Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 of the 115 charges brought against it for breaching Premier League financial regulations, according to a report from The Athletic cited by France 24. The Citizens are expected to appeal the decision.

The case, one of the most significant disciplinary proceedings in English football history, centered on allegations that the club misrepresented its financial position to the league over a period spanning multiple seasons. The Premier League's investigation examined issues including sponsorship arrangements, manager and player compensation, and the club's cooperation with league inquiries.

An independent commission reviewed the case following years of investigation, with much of the process conducted away from public view given the sensitivity and complexity of the financial evidence involved. The scale of the charges, covering nearly a decade of financial reporting, made the case unprecedented in scope for English football's top flight.

Manchester City has consistently denied any wrongdoing throughout the proceedings. Under Premier League rules, sanctions for confirmed breaches can range from financial penalties to sporting sanctions such as points deductions, though the commission has not publicly detailed what punishment, if any, will be imposed.

The club's anticipated appeal means the case is likely to continue through further proceedings before a final resolution is reached.