Report: Manchester City Hearing Over Premier League Charges May Be Expedited

Manchester City's hearing regarding 115 alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations may be moved up to next month, as reported by The Times. Initially set for November, the independent commission hearing could now commence in mid-to-late September. The hearing is expected to span over 10 weeks, with a decision anticipated in early 2025. Both the Premier League and Manchester City have refrained from making any statements on the matter.

The Times report added that the outcome of a separate legal case which City have brought against league rules that regulate how clubs strike sponsorship or revenue deals with businesses linked to their owners, is now due in the next fortnight.

That in turn, said the paper, would allow the hearing into the 115 charges -- all of which City deny - to be brought forward, provided there are no further legal delays.

Abu Dhabi-owned City are facing the charges for alleged breaches of regulations and financial rules between 2009 and 2023.

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If found guilty, City, who last season won an unprecedented fourth successive English top-flight title, could face points deductions and even relegation from the Premier League.

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