An independent commission found Manchester City guilty on 114 of the 115 Premier League charges related to financial rule breaches, according to multiple reports published yesterday.

The charges, first issued in February 2023, accused the club of failing to provide accurate financial information from the 2009-10 season through 2017-18. Additional allegations included misleading details on player and manager compensation, breaching profitability and sustainability rules, and failing to cooperate with the investigation.

The hearing took place from September 2024 to December 2024 before a three-person independent panel. The verdict marks a significant development in the case that has lingered for more than three years.

Manchester City issued a statement noting that the Premier League process remains ongoing and subject to strict confidentiality. The club reaffirmed its position from February 2023, when it denied all wrongdoing.

No sanctions have been determined yet. Possible penalties under Premier League rules include fines, points deductions, or even expulsion from the league. The club is expected to appeal the findings.

The allegations centered on claims that the club inflated sponsorship revenues from Abu Dhabi-linked entities and made undisclosed payments. The period in question overlaps with several of City's major trophies, including multiple Premier League titles.

Reports indicate the decision came from sources familiar with the confidential process. The Premier League has declined to comment publicly.

This outcome could reshape discussions around financial regulation in English football and the enforcement of rules against top clubs. The appeals process is anticipated to extend for months before any final resolution.