Man City chairman rallies fans after reports club found guilty of 114 charges

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak addressed his fans after media reports suggested the club had been found guilty of 114 violations of Premier League financial regulations. In an open letter, Mubarak reaffirmed the club's confidence in proving their innocence, stating that the process was far from over. Despite being found guilty on all but one of 115 charges, City has always denied any wrongdoing.

The club is expected to appeal the decision of the independent panel in a case that has been a significant issue in English football for years. The guilty verdict could set a precedent in financial regulation, competitive integrity, and the league's ability to enforce rules against its most successful club. Mubarak emphasized that he was restricted in discussing the case due to confidentiality concerns, referencing earlier statements from February 2023 where the club expressed surprise at the alleged breaches and welcomed a review by an independent commission.

He urged supporters to read the statements issued by the club to maintain trust in the ongoing process. City has declined to comment further to the Premier League, stating it is a confidential process.