PL chief Masters discusses delay in Manchester City charges verdict
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 3:46 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Richard Masters, the Premier League chief executive, stated that the verdict on alleged financial misconduct by Manchester City has taken longer than anticipated. The charges, involving over 100 breaches of financial rules from 2009 to 2018, were made in February 2023. A 12-week hearing concluded in December 2024, yet nearly two years later, the decision is still pending. Masters emphasized the process's importance, acknowledging frustrations while maintaining confidentiality until a verdict is ready.
- •Over 100 alleged breaches against Manchester City from 2009 to 2018.
- •12-week independent commission hearing ended in December 2024.
- •Masters acknowledges the frustrations regarding the lengthy process.
- •City has denied all charges and wrongdoing.
- •Confidentiality maintained until the commission is ready to announce a verdict.
- 5:05 PMYahoo Sports — Another season to start with Man City 115 charges unresolved
"Premier League chief executive Richard Masters admits the process has taken longer than expected, with still no timetable for a verdict.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesAnother Premier League season i...
"Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 5:05 PMAnother season to start with Man City 115 charges unresolved
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters admits the process has taken longer than expected, with still no timetable for a verdict.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesAnother Premier League season i...
- Sky Sports Football—PL chief Masters: Man City charges verdict 'has taken longer than expected'
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".
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