Manchester City’s hearing on the 115 alleged charges of Premier League rules is set to start next month, according to a report.
The independent commission had been expected to start in November but ‘sources with knowledge of the case’ have said that it is now due to begin in September, unless there are further legal delays, according to The Times.
An outcome is expected to be known early in the new year.
The hearing is set to last ten weeks, with the commission members expected to deliver their verdict at the start of 2025.
The outcome of Man City’s separate legal case brought against the Premier League’s associated party transactions (APT) rules is set to be revealed in the next week weeks, enabling the 115 charges hearing to take place earlier.
Per the report, there is a belief the club have achieved some successes in the arbitration hearing.
Roberto Mancini celebrates winning the Premier League with Manchester City. Image: Getty
The Blues are facing the threat of relegation if the most serious charges against them are proved.
The alleged rule breaches include not providing accurate financial information for nine separate seasons, not providing full details of Roberto Mancini’s pay over the four seasons he was at the Etihad and not providing full details of players’ remuneration over six seasons.
They have also been charged with not co-operating with an investigation and handing over documents as required over five seasons.
Man City have denied the allegations and any wrongdoing, saying they have ‘irrefutable evidence’ that will clear their name.
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