Confusion surrounds Manchester City sanction hearing as Premier League brings in top barrister.

The Premier League has brought in Sir James Eadie KC, the government's number one choice for technical public law disputes, to work on the ongoing case against Manchester City. Stefan Borson explained that this appointment suggests a non-commercial legal issue has arisen, though the exact nature of the matter remains unclear.

Borson admitted there is significant confusion about the exact stage of the disciplinary process, specifically regarding the sanction hearing. He stated that a source indicated the sanction hearing had not taken place as of last week.

City were previously found guilty of over 100 charges of financial breaches and have appealed the decision. If their appeal fails, the sporting sanctions are expected to be so severe that the club would not remain in the Premier League.

Borson anticipates a dispute over whether any sanction should be applied immediately, similar to the cases involving Everton and Nottingham Forest.

Sheikh Mansour has injected an extra £100million into the City Football Group to support its clubs.