Manchester City appeal over 114 charges remains unresolved

Manchester City’s appeal against findings that it breached 114 of 115 Premier League financial rules remains unresolved, with no appeal decision or punishment announced. The club denies wrongdoing and is challenging the independent commission’s findings, which concern the period from 2009 to 2018. Premier League rivals are concerned the appeal could extend beyond the current season, leaving uncertainty over whether final league positions will stand. That concern was conveyed through an unnamed club source, who said clubs could not see the case being resolved during the campaign. The claim reflects reported rival-club views, not a confirmed timetable or decision. The commission found City guilty on 114 charges. The club has appealed, and the appeal hearing date has not been confirmed. No sanction has been announced. Possible penalties discussed in connection with the case include a fine, a points deduction, a transfer ban or expulsion from the league, but none has been imposed. David Kogan, chair of the Independent Football Regulator, said the standard appeal process is 12 weeks and that observers expected a hearing by the middle or end of January. He stressed that the process...