Representatives from each Premier League club are meeting to discuss the Premier League's strategy in their quarterly meeting later this week. With that on the horizon, the Daily Mail reports that several big stakeholders in clubs have been spotted on their way to London, with claims that the Premier League's recent charges against Manchester City for allegations of breaking financial fair play rules will be up for discussion.
Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly is said to have flown over to London and was spotted arriving at a hotel on Thursday, while it remains to be seen who may be there on behalf of Arsenal and Tottenham. Newcastle United's Amanda Staveley was also mentioned along with Brighton owner Tony Bloom and CEO Paul Barber.
The topic of allegations put forward to the Premier League champions is unprecedented at this scale, with a statement published by the league claiming over 100 breaches against them. The Premier League statement reads: "In accordance with Premier League Rule W.82.1, the Premier League confirms that it has today referred a number of alleged breaches of the Premier League Rules by Manchester City Football Club (Club) to a Commission under Premier League Rule W.3.4."
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There is then a list breaking down five bullet points on the alleged breaches, going on to add the next step in the process, which is an independent panel: "Commissions are independent of the Premier League and member clubs. The members of the Commission will be appointed by the independent Chair of the Premier League Judicial Panel, in accordance with Premier League Rules W.19, W.20 and W.26.
"The proceedings before the Commission will, in accordance with Premier League Rule W.82, be confidential and heard in private. Under Premier League Rule W.82.2, the Commission’s final award will be published on the Premier League’s website. This confirmation is made in accordance with Premier League Rule W.82.1. The Premier League will be making no further comment in respect of this matter until further notice."
Manchester City refute any wrongdoing and published a strong statement in response, claiming: "Manchester City FC is surprised by the issuing of these alleged breaches of the Premier League Rules, particularly given the extensive engagement and vast amount of detailed materials that the EPL has been provided with.
"The Club welcomes the review of this matter by an independent Commission, to impartially consider the comprehensive body of irrefutable evidence that exists in support of its position. As such we look forward to this matter being put to rest once and for all."
As it stands, it could take a while for any notable outcome to come from the charges, given the four-year investigation and number of rules claimed to have been broken. King's Counsel member Nick De Marco claims it could take up to four-years for a result, while the rules state there is no set punishment if they are found guilty, meaning anything is possible after.
At this stage though, things are at a limbo and it is touchy ground for the Premier League, with the outcome of this potentially impacting how future cases may be handled.
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