Two senior Premier League executives told Sky Sports News they would be 'staggered' if 15 clubs voted to expel Manchester City, calling it a 'self-inflicted commercial disaster'. The independent commission found City guilty of 114 of 115 charges, with expulsion, fines, points deductions, or transfer embargoes possible. Man City deny wrongdoing and vow to fight the judgement.
Rival clubs view City as vital to the league's commercial appeal, with one unnamed executive warning expulsion would cost clubs 'an awful lot of money' and prompt broadcaster refunds. Stars like Erling Haaland and Phil Foden could also leave, further damaging the league's value. If clubs reject the commission's recommended sanction, the precedent and potential consequences for Manchester City remain unknown.
Source: Sky Sports Champions League · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing