From Sky Sports · Kaveh Solhekol and Rob Dorsett · · 1m 50s
Man City guilty of Premier League breaches
Man City faces punishment after being found guilty of financial rule breaches by independent commission.
In brief
Man City faces punishment after being found guilty of financial rule breaches by independent commission. Manchester City has been found guilty of all Premier League financial rule breaches by an independent commission and must appeal the ruling. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Guilty verdict
Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to serious breaches of Premier League financial rules by an independent commission.
What happened
Man City arranged 'sham' contracts with commercial partners to inflate revenues and reduce costs by more than £900m.
Financial deception
The club filed accounts that concealed the true state of its finances from auditors and football regulators.
Breach of limits
Man City was significantly in breach of both the Premier League's and UEFA's spending limits.
Cooperation failure
During the Premier League's investigation, Man City failed to co-operate and act in good faith towards the league.
Appeal deadline
Manchester City have confirmed they will appeal the ruling and must do so by Friday October 2.
Appeal process
The appeal would be heard by a new three-person commission under section W of the Premier League rules.
Sanctions hearing
There will be a separate hearing to determine sanctions, with the Premier League wanting this concluded this season.
Potential punishments
Sanctions could include fines, points deductions, and sporting sanctions applicable this season.
Relegation risk
Manchester City could be relegated from the Premier League if given a significant points penalty.
Expulsion consequences
Expulsion means City is no longer a Premier League club but must rejoin the football pyramid through The Football Association.
Reintegration challenges
The FA will decide where City plays next, with reintegration requiring a vote of all 72 EFL clubs.
The main idea
Manchester City has been found guilty of all Premier League financial rule breaches by an independent commission and must appeal the ruling.
