Manchester City to face judgment on 115 charges in early 2025, with hearing scheduled to begin in September: Reports

Manchester City, the reigning Premier League champions, are expected to find out the outcome of the 115 alleged financial regulations breach by early 2025. The independent commission is likely to commence the hearing in September, signaling a potential resolution in the first week of January. Reports suggest that City may have violated financial regulations multiple times, leading to speculation of a ban or points deduction looming over the club. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.

According to The Times, a hearing for the alleged breaches was likely to start in November; however, it is now being brought forward to mid-September. It is also reported that the hearing from the independent commission will last for 10 weeks, meaning that the verdict could be out by the first week of January, subject to delays. It is hoped that the verdict could be a setback for Man City who recently won their record-breaking fourth consecutive Premier League title.

Man City are reported to have breached multiple Premier League regulations between 2009 and 2023 during their golden period. The club would win the Premier League title on eight occasions while winning the Champions League in 2023. The club has been accused of spending a big amount of money in the transfer market despite suffering losses at times.

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The club had faced a similar charge in 2020 when UEFA banned Manchester City from European competitions for two seasons. However, that ban was lifted after the Dubai-owned club challenged the matter at the Court of Arbitration for Sports later in the year.

The Times report added that the outcome of a separate legal case that City have brought against league rules that regulate how clubs strike sponsorship or revenue deals with businesses linked to their owners is now due in the next fortnight.

If found guilty of the charges, Manchester City could face a points deduction or even relegation from the top flight, meaning they won’t be able to compete in Europe.