Bloomberg says Manchester City tried to reduce Premier League sanction

Bloomberg reported that Manchester City had allegedly tried to secretly negotiate with the Premier League for a reduction of the sanction imposed for alleged financial breaches, while the entity maintains the accusation as an informational process.

According to the financial portal, the club was willing to pay a hefty financial fine to avoid the loss of titles and a possible relegation, although the proposal remained confidential until the unfavorable verdict was made public.

Rivals demand maximum punishment

Coaches and players from rival teams have expressed their desire that, at the Etihad Stadium, the highest possible punishment be imposed, while Manchester City itself is confident that its appeal will succeed.

Owner Khaldoon Al Mubarak, together with player Haaland and journalist Yaca Garcia‑Planas, commented that the Premier League's accusation is perceived as an informational drip.

The Premier League rejected the club's offer and announced that it will impose the full sanction when the appeal is resolved, with a decision expected in the upcoming month of February.

If the full penalty is confirmed, Manchester City would have to face a substantial fine, the loss of titles, and the threat of relegation, according to the terms outlined by the league.

This contrast between the club's willingness to pay to mitigate the sanction and the Premier League's firmness highlights the uncertainty surrounding Manchester City's future in the competition.