The Premier League’s verdict on Manchester City’s 115 charges is reportedly imminent, with an outcome expected around the November international break, potentially causing significant repercussions across the league.
Manchester City could receive the long-awaited outcome of the Premier League’s unprecedented 115 charges case as early as the upcoming November international break, according to reporting by the Mirror.
More than two-and-a-half years after the league formally charged Man City with 115 alleged breaches of its financial regulations, a final verdict from the independent commission is now anticipated, potentially causing significant upheaval across English football.
The marathon hearing, which reportedly involves a staggering 250,000 documents, began in mid-September of last year. Although the anniversary of its conclusion is approaching in early December, reports suggest a decision is likely to emerge sooner.
Legal experts are reportedly preparing for the verdict to land in mid-November, during the season’s third international break.
The anticipation surrounding the verdict is intense, with one source quoted by the i Paper claiming that the case will dramatically affect league operations: “It’s gone very quiet and because it’s been going on for so long it’s almost been forgotten about, but all hell could break loose when it lands.”
Another source noted that critical Premier League club votes on financial fair play, scheduled for later next month, could be “totally overshadowed” by the case’s findings and any resulting sanctions.
The timing aligns with legal theory, which suggests that for every week a hearing lasts, four weeks of deliberation are required. Applying this to Man City’s alleged 12-week hearing, a conclusion would be expected in early November.
Despite the repeated anticipation of an imminent announcement, former Man City legal advisor Stefan Borson confirmed recently that as of the end of last week, neither party had received the panel’s decision, though he still believes it is “imminent.” He stated, “I do think now there’s no real excuse for a further delay.”