Premier League and Manchester City agree on a hearing date regarding the alleged 115 charges

Premier League and Manchester City agree on a hearing date regarding the alleged 115 charges; however, the verdict might not be rendered until the summer of 2025.

The Premier League launched an investigation in 2018, and the charges were brought against the defending champions in February of this year.

The Daily Mail has reported that the date for City to appear before an independent panel has been rescheduled to begin in late autumn of 2024, adding to the ongoing drama.

When manager Pep Guardiola’s current contract expires in the summer of 2025, at the end of the following season, a decision is not anticipated.

That date could be further delayed, though, due to delays. Significant time may also be added by the likelihood that an appeal will be filed after the proceedings are concluded by either party.

According to the report, the process is presently in the phase of gathering witness statements, and it is anticipated to continue until the spring of the following year.

Over the course of 14 seasons, starting in 2009–10, City is accused of breaking 115 regulations.

According to the Premier League investigation, the club failed to provide an accurate picture of its earnings, sponsorship agreements, and operational expenses.

Failing to comply with UEFA’s financial fair play regulations and sustainability regulations are among the other charges.

The current winners have refuted any wrongdoing.

Manchester City FC is surprised by the publication of these alleged Premier League Rules breaches, especially considering the extensive engagement and large amount of detailed materials that the EPL has been provided with, the club said in a statement released in February.

“The Club is pleased that an impartial commission will be reviewing this matter in order to evaluate the substantial amount of unquestionable evidence that the Club has to offer to support its position.”

As a result, we hope that this issue will be resolved once and for all.

The Premier League charged Everton in March for violating FFP rules after the team incurred losses totaling £371.8 million over three years, when the maximum amount allowed by the competition is £105 million.

After receiving a 10-point deduction from the Premier League, the Toffees dropped from 14th to 19th place in the standings.

The Premier League is also looking into Chelsea for possible financial rule violations under Roman Abramovich’s ownership.