Ferran Soriano, the CEO of Manchester City, has informed fellow club executives that the legal battle against the Premier League might take years to resolve, according to Sky News. While Soriano did not respond to questions as he departed a meeting of the European Football Clubs' executive board in Copenhagen, sources indicated he addressed the ongoing case against City during the session.
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Soriano reportedly highlighted the lengthy nature of the process, noting that it has been eight years since the allegations of misconduct were initially made. He expressed a determination to fight the case, as Manchester City retains the right to appeal while a separate process to determine potential sanctions continues.
Sky Sports News has learned that the situation is moving towards the appeal stage, following claims that most charges against the club for violating Financial Fair Play rules have been substantiated. Neither the Premier League nor Manchester City have denied that the majority of these charges, first leveled in 2023, have been verified.
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak reiterated on Saturday that the Premier League process still has a long way to go, affirming the club's confidence in proving their innocence. A spokesperson for City stated that the process is ongoing, emphasizing strict confidentiality and the club's consistent position since February 2023. They have insisted on adhering to due process while expecting fair treatment from the Premier League.
In February 2023, Manchester City was charged with breaches of Premier League rules. The club expressed surprise at the issuing of these alleged breaches, given the extensive documentation previously shared with the Premier League, and stated their readiness for an independent review of the case to evaluate the irrefutable evidence in their favor.