Man City 115 charges: Points deduction verdict as timeline given in new update

Premier League clubs and supporters remain in limbo regarding Manchester City’s 115 charges case – with a final verdict yet to be announced.

A final verdict regarding Manchester City’s alleged breach of Premier League financial rules is now unlikely to be delivered before the end of the season – it has been reported. Pep Guardiola’s side were charged with breaching regulations over a nine-year period between 2009 and 2018.

Their hearing concluded 13 months ago with many expecting the decision to follow shortly after. Guardiola had previously told the media he anticipated an outcome in March earlier this year. However, eight months on from when the City manager expected a verdict to be publicised, clarity still appears no closer.

According to CityAM, the ongoing legal battle between City and the Premier League could now extend beyond the current campaign, with the long-awaited verdict set to be “delivered in stages.”

On Tuesday, City included a statement on the ongoing case in their annual financial report. It read: “In response to the charges, the club issued a public statement that it welcomes the review of this matter by an independent commission, to impartially consider the comprehensive body of irrefutable evidence that exists in support of its position.

“As at the date of publishing these financial statements the independent commission is still in the process of reviewing the matter.”

Even when a final verdict is reached, that may not signal the end of the process. The commission will initially rule only on matters of liability – with a separate sanctions hearing to follow should any of the charges be upheld. City would also retain the right to appeal any guilty verdict or punishment imposed.