Manchester City warns: legal battle with Premier League could last for years

Ferran Soriano, the CEO of Manchester City, has warned English club officials that the legal battle between the club and the Premier League could last for several years before reaching a final conclusion.

According to Sky Sports, Soriano discussed the issue during a meeting with several club officials in Copenhagen, noting that it began about eight years ago and that reaching a final conclusion still requires more time.

This follows reports that Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 out of 115 charges in the case concerning Premier League financial rules, with proceedings regarding sanctions ongoing and the possibility of the club appealing the decisions.

Reports indicate that Soriano confirmed during the meeting Manchester City's determination to continue its legal battle, as the case has entered a new phase concerning the appeal and potential sanctions.

Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Manchester City chairman, has confirmed that the Premier League procedures "still have a long way to go", emphasizing the club's continued confidence and desire to prove its innocence.

The source concluded that the size and complexity of the case, along with the upcoming stages of appeal, may mean that the file will remain open for several more years before reaching a final outcome.