Man Utd, Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham take legal action against Man City

Four of the biggest Premier League clubs, Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Tottenham Hotspur, have taken legal action against Manchester City over alleged breaches of financial rules. The clubs have filed legal notices to seek compensation if City is found guilty of the reported 115 breaches. The deadline for lodging potential compensation claims was last week, with clubs citing the 1980 Limitation Act, which allows for legal claims for contract breaches within a six-year period.

The allegations against City stem from Football Leaks documents that were first published in November 2018 by the German website Der Spiegel. The clubs are reportedly preparing to claim for loss of earnings if City is found guilty. An independent commission is currently reviewing City’s case, and possible consequences could include expulsion from the Premier League. City, however, led by their legal team headed by Lord Pannick, maintain their innocence.

City’s alleged breaches include failing to provide accurate financial information for nine seasons from 2009 onwards, including details of former head coach Roberto Mancini and players’ pay. Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has publicly stated that if the club deceived him about their innocence, he would resign. A verdict is expected later this season, with the possibility of further appeals.

Despite their off-field challenges, Manchester City is currently five points behind Liverpool in the league standings and has suffered four consecutive losses in all competitions. Defender Ruben Dias has warned rivals not to underestimate them, highlighting the team’s resilience and determination to bounce back from setbacks.

In summary, the legal action taken by these four Premier League giants against Manchester City underscores the gravity of the financial rules’ breach allegations. As the investigation unfolds, the football world awaits the outcome and potential repercussions for one of the league’s top clubs.