Manchester City’s ongoing legal battle against 115 charges of financial irregularities is expected to reach a resolution in the near future, according to Premier League chief executive Richard Masters.
The charges, which date back to the period between 2009 and 2018 under the ownership of Sheikh Mansour, were brought against City in February 2023. While Everton and Nottingham Forest have already received points deductions this season, City’s case is yet to be resolved and there is no known timeframe for its conclusion. The club has vowed to fight the charges with a team of specialized lawyers.
Masters, who previously revealed in the House of Commons that a date had been set for the case, reiterated that the details remain confidential. However, he expressed hope for a resolution in the near future during a press conference for the European Leagues group.
“We can’t comment on the case, the date is set,” said Masters. “The case will resolve itself at some point in the near future.”
Despite the legal turmoil, City remains on track for a historic fourth successive Premier League title. No team has ever achieved this feat before. Pep Guardiola’s side currently sits one point behind Arsenal after a convincing 4-0 victory over Brighton on Thursday. With a game in hand and a seemingly easier schedule than their rivals, City still has a strong chance of clinching the title.
The charges against the club include allegations of financial reporting irregularities and a lack of cooperation with a previous Premier League investigation. City vehemently denies any wrongdoing. However, if found guilty, they could face severe consequences such as hefty fines, points deductions, relegation from the Premier League, and even the potential stripping of titles won during the period in question.
