On Friday, October 2, 2026, Manchester City issued a statement on its social media platforms, outlining its position on the charges against the club.
The allegations concern the financial information submitted by Manchester City, particularly details relating to the club’s revenue, expenditure and commercial agreements.
The club has consistently denied the allegations, maintaining that it has complied with all applicable rules and will continue to defend its reputation.
In its statement, Manchester City said the commission’s findings contained “numerous serious errors” and were based on evidence that was not sound.
The club added: “On Thursday night, the club provided this body with irrefutable evidence demonstrating its position.”
Manchester City is one of the leading clubs in English and international football. In recent years, it has won several major trophies, including four consecutive Premier League titles from the 2020/21 season through to 2023/24.
Although the independent commission has delivered its ruling on the financial charges, a decision on the potential sanctions against the club is still awaited.
Premier League regulations provide for a range of penalties for clubs found to have breached financial rules. These include fines, points deductions and relegation to a lower division.
