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Stefan Borson issues Man City 115 charges update, this is how it will affect title race

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Stefan Borson Issues Man City 115 Charges Update: How It Will Affect Title Race

Manchester City faces continued uncertainty as their 115 Premier League charges remain unresolved more than three years after being laid against the eight-time champions. The club has been accused of breaching Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules over a nine-year period between 2009 and 2018, with allegations including concealing payments through third parties by disguising them as sponsorship revenue.

Stefan Borson issues Man City 115 charges update, this is how it will affect title race


Stefan Borson, the club's former financial advisor, has expressed concern about the prolonged delay in delivering a verdict. He told Football Insider exclusively that the outcome should have been announced by now, creating an unwelcome distraction for Manchester City as they battle for another Premier League title.

"How can it be reasonable for a situation where, in the middle of a title race, to have this pending again. I just think it should have been out by now. It's going to cause all sorts of problems for them, almost regardless of what it says," Borson stated.

The implications extend beyond the current season. Should the verdict go against City, the club would face additional processes including a sanction hearing, sanction decision, and potential appeals—all likely extending into the next season. Borson warned that the delay has "effectively allowed it to pollute another season."

Despite the hanging charges, Manchester City has continued spending over £400 million since the hearing concluded, demonstrating confidence in their position. The club maintains that their current business operations comply with financial regulations and PSR requirements, justifying their continued player acquisitions and contract extensions.

The delay has placed the Premier League in a difficult position, with legal representatives from both sides reportedly astonished that no decision has been reached. As City pursues another title, the unresolved charges remain a significant cloud over their competitive ambitions.

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