LaLiga's Tebas says Man City should face severe punishment after rule breach findings

LaLiga President Javier Tebas has stated that Manchester City should face the strongest penalties possible following findings of multiple financial rule breaches, warning other clubs across Europe. An independent panel found City guilty of 114 of 115 alleged breaches, though they have denied wrongdoing. Tebas has been critical of City for years, arguing the case should serve as a turning point for football's sustainability and cleanliness.

The extensive timeline of alleged rule-breaking warrants a severe response, Tebas emphasized, stating that breaking the rules for more than a decade is very serious. While other European leagues might follow suit, Tebas noted that UEFA's 2020 Champions League ban against City, which was overturned by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), was questionable.

The Professional Footballers' Association in England expressed concern over the prolonged uncertainty impacting players' careers and the broader ecosystem's trust in football's regulatory system.