Reports claim that an independent tribunal has reached decisions in Manchester City's 115 charges case. Sky Sports analyses what could happen next in the inquiry.

If any of the breaches are proven, it is highly likely Manchester City will appeal. In this case, both sides can appeal within 14 days of the judgment. Any appeal would be heard by a new three-person commission. City cannot appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

A party to the proceedings that wishes to challenge a decision of the Commission may do so under Section W of the Premier League Rules. An Appeal Board is appointed by the chair of the independent judicial panel, Sir Gary Hickinbottom, and must have three members. The proceedings are confidential.

There are a range of sanctions available to the independent commission which include fines, points deductions and other sporting sanctions. Everton and Nottingham Forest faced deductions in 2023/24. In February 2025, Richard Masters said the Premier League were looking at a Sanctions Grid.