The football organization continues to maintain its innocence while preparing for a legal battle over the management of its funds. An independent commission found Manchester City guilty on all but one of 115 charges involving breaches of Premier League financial regulations, according to reports from The Athletic. The club faces sanctions that could range from fines and points deductions to total expulsion from the league, though the team is expected to appeal the verdict.

The case originates from charges brought by the league in February 2023 regarding financial activities between 2009 and 2018. The accusations include claims that the club, under the ownership of Sheikh Mansour, violated both UEFA regulations and Premier League rules by failing to provide accurate financial information. The independent body has not yet determined the specific penalties to be applied.