Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano has delivered a defiant message to rival club executives, insisting that the legal battle regarding the club's alleged financial breaches is still in its early stages. Speaking at a high-level meeting in Copenhagen, Soriano made it clear that the Citizens have no intention of accepting the recent verdict without a significant fight.
Djibril Cisse has launched a furious response to Mike Dean after the former Premier League referee questioned Queens Park Rangers' tactical decisions during Manchester City's legendary title-winning afternoon in 2012. The former France international, who scored for the Hoops that day, hit back at long-standing conspiracy theories surrounding the match that saw Sergio Aguero snatch the trophy from Manchester United.
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has claimed to possess confidential insight regarding Manchester City's eventual punishment following explosive legal revelations. The outspoken musician moved to reassure anxious supporters on social media, insisting discussions with a senior figure confirmed the club will avoid severe sporting sanctions despite mounting scrutiny.
Manchester City's former chairman David Bernstein has issued a stark warning that financial penalties will not suffice after the club were reportedly found guilty of the vast majority of their 115 financial charges. With immense wealth at their disposal, Bernstein believes that a points deduction or automatic relegation from the Premier League are the only viable punishments.
Roberto Mancini has firmly distanced himself from the recent financial regulation breaches surrounding Manchester City. The Italian manager addressed the allegations regarding a controversial double contract during his time at the Etihad, insisting the issue does not concern him while maintaining that the Premier League champions are actually innocent.