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Manchester City inflated commercial revenue by £830 million, says PL findings

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Manchester City inflated commercial revenue by £830 million, says PL findings

Summary

An Independent Commission revealed that Manchester City's owners artificially inflated the club's commercial revenue by £830 million from 2009 to 2018. This finding emerged during a Premier League hearing regarding 115 charges of serious financial breaches against the club. The hearing is part of ongoing investigations into the club's financial practices, which have raised concerns about compliance with league regulations. The commission's decision could have significant implications for the club's future in the Premier League.

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Key Details

•Manchester City accused of inflating revenue between 2009 and 2018.
•Independent Commission conducted Premier League hearing on 115 charges.
•Findings highlight serious financial breaches by the club's owners.
•Further implications for the club's future in the Premier League remain.
•Investigation reflects increased scrutiny on football financial practices.

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Manchester City's owners artificially inflated the club's commercial revenue by £830 million between 2009 and 2018, the Independent Commission found during the Premier League hearing into the 115 charges for serious financial breaches.
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