This is how bad Man City will get punished if they are guilty for Premier League charges. It would be major news for us..!
Manchester City and Chelsea, two well-known English football clubs, are facing intense scrutiny over possible violations of Financial Fair Play regulations. Manchester City is grappling with 115 charges, while Chelsea’s lavish spending has raised doubts about their financial health.
The recent punishment handed down to Nottingham Forest, where they were docked four points for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules, underscores the seriousness of financial misconduct in the sport.
A panel, spearheaded by sports law authority Robert Glancy KC, in collaboration with Mark Hovell and Steve Holt, has outlined a range of penalties for serious infractions, spanning from warnings to point deductions, and in extreme cases, expulsion from the Premier League.
While minor transgressions may result in milder repercussions, more significant violations could trigger severe measures like expulsion from the league.
The prospect of harsh penalties has triggered speculation and anxiety within the football community. Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher and boxer Tony Bellew have even floated the idea of City facing relegation to lower leagues if found guilty.
Despite the looming uncertainty, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has maintained the club’s innocence and his steadfast commitment to staying, regardless of potential sanctions.
Despite the looming uncertainty over their future, Manchester City remains competitive in domestic competitions, continuing to vie for both the Premier League title and the FA Cup.
Richard Masters has indicated that the hearing regarding Manchester City’s 115 charges will occur in the “near future,” marking the closest indication of a potential date.