Khaldoon Al Mubarak vows to fight Premier League verdict

In a quiet office at the Etihad Stadium, Khaldoon Al Mubarak signed an open letter that was instantly posted on Manchester City’s website, while supporters gathered around phones and laptops to read his words. The atmosphere was tense, the club still reeling from a damning financial ruling. Al Mubarak’s message aimed to steady a nervous fanbase and underline the club’s resolve.

Verdict finds City guilty on most charges

The Premier League concluded its investigation on Saturday the 26th, finding Manchester City guilty of 114 out of 115 alleged breaches of its financial regulations. The infractions, largely dated between 2009 and 2018, were first raised in February 2023, with the hearing running from September 2024 to December 2024. The commission continued to examine the case before publishing the final verdict.

Specific breaches cited include inaccurate financial disclosures, sponsorship revenue linked to the club’s owners, and a lack of transparency in payments to players and former coach Roberto Mancini. The tribunal also ruled that City failed to supply documents and information requested by the Premier League.

Al Mubarak issues open letter, cites legal constraints

In his letter, the Emirati businessman expressed confidence that the club would overturn the decision, writing that “our confidence and determination to prove the club’s innocence remain as strong as at the start of all this.” He acknowledged the flood of questions that followed Friday’s news, noting that many fans had spent the night replying to messages from friends, family and colleagues.

Al Mubarak reassures City fans amid the financial storm

Al Mubarak added that he could not disclose further details because “the absolute confidentiality of the legal process and our determination to respect it prevent me from doing so at this moment.” He stressed that the letter itself had undergone multiple legal checks to ensure compliance.

Turning the communication into a rallying call, he invited supporters to back the team for the upcoming Champions League second‑round tie against Paris Saint-Germain on 14 October at the Etihad Stadium. The match, part of the continental competition, offers a chance for the club to focus on football while the legal battle continues.

The president’s statements underline that the Premier League process still has a long way to run, and that Manchester City remains determined to defend its reputation. The outcome of the legal proceedings could shape the club’s future both domestically and in Europe.