Manchester City have reportedly been found guilty of 114 of the 115 charges brought against the club over alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations, according to reports from The Athletic’s David Ornstein and other major outlets.
The reported verdict marks a major development in a case that has hung over English football for years. Reuters reported on Friday, September 25, 2026, that City had been found guilty of all but one of the alleged breaches, while stressing that the sanctions process has not yet been completed.
Manchester City Verdict: 114 Charges
The case concerns 115 charges relating to alleged financial-rule breaches. Manchester City have consistently denied wrongdoing, and the independent commission’s reported decision is not yet the end of the process because the club is expected to appeal.
The reported findings cover allegations that have been at the centre of a Premier League investigation for several years. The independent hearing began in September 2024 and concluded its evidentiary phase in December 2024 after a 12-week process.
No Punishment Has Been Announced
Despite the reported findings, Manchester City have not yet been handed a final sporting sanction. Reports indicate that the sanctions stage remains outstanding, meaning the club’s immediate sporting future has not been determined by the reported verdict alone. Possible consequences discussed in relation to the case include financial penalties, points deductions and other disciplinary measures.
The club is also expected to challenge the findings through the appeal process, so the reported decision may not represent the final outcome of the long-running dispute.
Potential Financial Consequences for Rival Clubs
The development could also have implications beyond Manchester City. Reports have previously stated that rival Premier League clubs including Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham reserved the right to pursue compensation in connection with the case if serious breaches were established. Claims could relate to financial losses associated with league positions, European qualification and related commercial income.
With the sanctions still undecided and an appeal expected, however, the extent of any potential consequences remains unresolved.
What Happens Next?
The next stages are expected to focus on sanctions and Manchester City’s appeal. Until those processes are completed, questions surrounding any points deduction, financial penalty, competition consequences or compensation claims remain open.
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Source: David Ornstein/The Athletic; Reuters; ESPN.
