According to a financial expert, if Manchester City is found guilty of the forthcoming 115 Financial Fair Play charges, the expert predicts that the club could face relegation from the Premier League.

According to a financial expert, Manchester City is at risk of relegation from the Premier League should they be proven guilty of the 115 Financial Fair Play allegations. Despite mounting external pressure, the hearing date for City’s case has not been publicly announced.

Earlier this week, both Everton and Nottingham Forest faced penalties for failing to adhere to the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), resulting in Everton losing 10 points this season. This has sparked discussions about the numerous charges looming over Manchester City.

While each case is distinct, establishing 115 charges is likely to take considerably more time than proving a smaller number of charges. Manchester City has emerged as a dominant force in global football over the past decade, achieving a remarkable triple in the 2022/23 season by securing the FA Cup, Premier League, and Champions League under the leadership of Pep Guardiola.

However, the question arises: What will be the consequences if the English champions are found guilty of the extensive charges against them?

Here’s a breakdown of the Financial Fair Play (FFP) charges against Manchester City and the potential repercussions. There’s a possibility that the team might face relegation, as outlined by financial expert Stefan Borson in an interview with talkSport. According to Borson, the severity of these charges is “on a completely different level” compared to Everton and Nottingham Forest.

If the allegations are proven, relegation seems inevitable, with suspicions of a ten-year conspiracy adding to the gravity of the situation. If Manchester City is relegated from the top division, it raises questions about the fate of the club’s manager and players. Borson underscored the seriousness of the matter, stating, “If proven, this is extremely serious,” and noted that City will likely acknowledge the gravity of the charges.

The crackdown on teams violating Financial Fair Play standards has been evident, with Manchester City being the most significant case thus far. Richard Masters, the Premier League’s Chief Executive, mentioned that a hearing date for City has been scheduled but did not specify when.

Borson further explained, “He probably referred to the strict confidentiality clauses within the Premier League rules when stating he can’t comment on the timing.”

Looking ahead for Manchester City,
Pep Guardiola’s team is currently engaged in a closely contested battle for the title. Despite the uncertainties off the field, the players and Guardiola remain focused on their on-field responsibilities. City is still in the running to defend all three titles secured in the previous season, having progressed to the knockout rounds of the Champions League and the fourth round of the FA Cup.

The battle for the Premier League title is fiercely contested, with just a five-point margin between the leading five teams. Guardiola successfully led his team to victory in the Club World Cup in December, and it must have pleased him that their competitors all lost points while they were competing internationally.

Despite trailing league leaders Liverpool by only two points, Manchester City remains the prominent favorite to clinch the title in May. However, there is a lingering question about how their accomplishments will be commemorated in the future.