Manchester City has been found guilty of financial rule-breaking charges originally brought by the Premier League in 2023. The independent commission delivered the verdict on September 28, 2026.
The club has until Friday, October 2, 2026, to file an appeal against the decision. Under current Premier League regulations, an appeal process should conclude within 12 weeks of filing, with a final decision reached within 30 days of that conclusion.
Potential sanctions include expulsion from the Premier League, a measure that requires a vote in favour by 15 of the 20 member clubs. Should expulsion occur, the club would need to apply to the Football Association for re-entry, though the EFL and National League are under no obligation to accept them.
Greater Manchester Police confirmed that no referral regarding alleged criminal offences has been made by the relevant authorities in relation to these findings.