Premier League clubs can oust Man City from the competition

While Everton and Nottingham Forest in the past received only one error and were punished with a point deduction, Manchester City is now under fire because an independent commission concluded that the club had manipulated more than one billion euros; the Premier League has confirmed 114 of the 115 allegations against them.

Previous punishments and possible sanctions

An independent commission has determined that Manchester City had manipulated more than one billion euros in the past. This finding has sparked a broad debate about possible punishments within the football world.

In the past, clubs such as Everton and Nottingham Forest were punished with a point deduction after a single error in one season. These measures show that the Premier League is willing to intervene in case of violations.

Sanctions can range from fines to point deductions, relegation, or even starting a season with negative points. In extreme cases, won trophies can be stripped.

According to the Premier League statutes, a club can be expelled via a special resolution that must be adopted by at least three‑quarters of the members. ‘The League may expel a club by means of a special resolution, adopted by a majority of at least three‑quarters of the members (who are authorized).’

Current investigation and possible relegation

The Premier League confirmed on Tuesday that Manchester City was found guilty of 114 of the 115 charges, which relate to serious breaches of financial rules since the takeover by Abu Dhabi United Group. Sponsorship revenues were inflated and costs concealed to circumvent spending limits.

The club immediately announced that it will appeal, even before any sanction has been imposed. According to an agent for a Manchester City player, the players are being told about a point deduction so severe that relegation to the EFL Championship would become inevitable.

The investigation, which has now lasted almost eight years, is nearing its end, but the legal fallout will continue for a long time. Manchester City continues to maintain its innocence and is preparing for a protracted legal battle.