VERY SAD NEWS has been announced this Morning According to this UEFA rule, Manchester City will not be able to play in Champions League even if they qualify

This explains why Manchester City will not be playing in the Champions League the following year.

Even if they qualify, Girona and Manchester City would not be allowed to play in the Champions League the following season due to UEFA criteria. The reason for this restriction is since both clubs share ownership, which UEFA considers to be incompatible.

Strict regulations are in place at UEFA to guarantee competition fairness and guard against any possible prejudice resulting from joint club ownership.
This regulation supports UEFA’s overarching goal of maintaining the integrity of competition and averting conflicts of interest that can jeopardise fair play.

UEFA enforces these regulations to preserve fair competition and prevent any unfair advantages coming from shared financial support or decision-making, even though clubs with shared ownership may succeed in their home leagues.