Regulator 'will resign' if any political interference in Man City case
The chair of English football's Independent Regulator has said he will resign if there is political interference in any future investigation into Manchester City as a result of widespread impropriety. City have been found guilty on over 100 charges of breaking Premier League financial rules by an independent commission. The club have appealed and deny any wrongdoing, but face a severe sanction…
Independent Regulator chair David Kogan has declared he will resign should any political interference arise during future investigations into Manchester City, following the club's over 100 charges of breaking Premier League financial rules. City, who deny any wrongdoing, face severe sanctions unless the verdict is overturned. The club's Abu Dhabi owners have been under scrutiny after British Prime Minister Andy Burnham expressed concern about their potential departure if found guilty.
Burnham's comments have since been retracted, but the case highlights the delicate balance between preserving ties with the United Arab Emirates and maintaining the independence of disciplinary actions. Kogan emphasized his commitment to independence, stating that any political interference would result in his resignation. The regulator's report also revealed that despite generating £9 billion in revenue, 94% of top divisions clubs are loss-making, with 32 clubs unable to survive without owner funding and 17 expected to lose money even without players receiving pay.
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