- An independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of serious financial breaches after inflating revenue and concealing costs by over £900m between 2009 and 2018.
- Manchester City CEO Ferran Soriano strongly rejected the findings, describing the verdict as a Premier League conspiracy.
- The club is in the process of submitting an appeal by 2 October and could take the case to the High Court if the decision is upheld.
- The Football Association stated the decision has significant implications for the integrity of the game and will take action where appropriate.
- The FA added that it will continue to monitor developments closely as proceedings between the Premier League and the club remain ongoing.
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