Martin Keown believes Manchester City could use their Premier League charges to "fuel" their title bid at Arsenal's expense.
The Premier League charged City with more than 100 alleged breaches of its financial rules on Monday following a four-year investigation. The case will now be presented to an independent commission, which will result in a tough and lengthy legal battle.
Pep Guardiola's side are aiming to a win a fifth Premier League title in six seasons this term but find themselves five points behind surprise package Arsenal having played a game more. Keown, like many Arsenal fans, is concerned City could chase them down.