LaLiga chief urges toughest penalty for Manchester City over decade-long financial breaches
LaLiga president Javier Tebas called for the maximum sanction against Manchester City after an independent panel found the club guilty of most alleged financial rule violations.
At a summit in London, LaLiga president Javier Tebas urged that Manchester City face the severest penalties after one outlet's review concluded the club violated Premier League financial rules in nearly all of the 115 alleged cases. He emphasized that the infractions, dating back to 2009, warrant a response that deters similar conduct across Europe. Possible punishments include heavy fines, loss of points or even relegation.
Tebas criticized the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s decision to reverse UEFA’s two-year Champions League ban, calling it questionable. The Professional Footballers' Association chief Maeta Molango warned that prolonged uncertainty harms confidence in football governance. Premier League clubs are reportedly seeking legal advice on compensation.
Why it matters
The case could reshape enforcement of financial fairness in European football and impact club competitions.
How this story developed
- Sep 26 Manchester City leadership reaffirms innocence amid alleged financial rule breaches
- Sep 28 Media outlets reported that a verdict had been delivered, but no official confirmation has been made.
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