Man City could face ‘drastic’ sanctions after reported guilty verdict, says ex-chairman
The club were accused of failing to provide accurate financial information and details of payments to players and coaches, as well as breaching financial sustainability rules.
Former Manchester City chairman David Bernstein has warned that the club could face "drastic" sanctions if they are found guilty on all but one of 115 charges related to Premier League financial rules. The charges, stemming from an investigation into alleged breaches between 2009 and 2018, accuse the club of failing to provide accurate financial information and details of player and coach payments, among other infractions.
Despite City's denials of the charges, a club spokesman stated that the position remains unchanged and that the club will appeal should the verdict be upheld. Bernstein, who served as City chairman from 1998 to 2003, expressed concern that money alone would not be an adequate punishment, calling for a swift and decisive appeal process.
The lack of official confirmation from the Premier League has left the club's fate uncertain, with potential penalties including severe points deductions and even expulsion from the league.
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