Football finance expert Kieran Maguire confirms Manchester City face Major Scrutiny Amidst Financial Rule Breach Allegations
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Manchester City, the Premier League champions, were under scrutiny for alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules. The case, which has been closely watched by other Premier League teams such as Leicester City, has reportedly concluded in London. The judgement, which could have significant implications for relegation candidates like Leicester City, is expected to be announced later this year. Both parties have the right to appeal the decision.
Football finance expert Kieran Maguire said “In the case of City, there’s actually three charges. It’s not 115. If that is the case, then that is fraud. That is about as serious as it gets. And, if found guilty of those charges, then the book will be thrown at Manchester City and it’s going to be a massive points deduction.”
Maguire further explained that despite the severity of the charges, Manchester City cannot be relegated from the Premier League. This is due to the independence of the Premier League and the English Football League (EFL).
Maguire said “You can’t just relegate them because the Premier League and the EFL are independent bodies, so the EFL doesn’t have to accept them. That would relegate them.”
Regarding the possibility of an appeal, Maguire expressed skepticism about its potential success.
Maguire added “I think there are very narrow grounds for appeal. It’s as simple as that.”
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