Manchester City confident they can prove ‘innocence’ over charges: Chairman

Former Manchester City chairman David Bernstein has warned the club could face "drastic" sanctions if it is found guilty on all but one of 115 charges related to alleged financial breaches by Premier League rules. No official announcement has been made by the Premier League regarding the case, and there is currently no indication of potential punishment.

Despite denying the charges, City will reportedly appeal should they be upheld. Bernstein stated that money is insufficient as punishment and urged a swift appeal process, expressing concern that year-long delays could be disastrous not just for the club but for English football in general. Oasis singer and City fan Noel Gallagher expressed shock at the developments, stating that he was surprised despite the club's vehement denials of the charges.

UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy called the situation unsettling for football fans and called for a swift resolution. If the reported guilty verdict is confirmed, sanctions could include severe points deductions and even expulsion from the Premier League, similar to the 2020 European ban imposed on City by UEFA.