Manchester City face ‘drastic’ sanctions, says club’s former chairman

Former Manchester City chairman David Bernstein stated that the club could face 'drastic' sanctions after being found guilty on most of 115 charges for breaching Premier League financial rules. The club, backed by Abu Dhabi, denies the allegations and plans to appeal if the charges are upheld. The charges include failing to provide accurate financial information, payments to players and coaches, and breaches of financial sustainability rules. An independent hearing began in September 2024, but no official punishment has been announced by the Premier League.