Manchester City’s chairman, Khaldoon Al Mubarak, has reiterated his conviction that the club will ultimately be cleared of the 115 Premier League charges that have dominated headlines this week. The latest reports suggested that the case had moved into an appeal phase and that many of the accusations—centered on alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play—had been substantiated.
In response, Al Mubarak issued a statement on Saturday afternoon affirming that the club’s determination to prove its innocence remains as strong as it was at the outset of the investigation. In his message to supporters, the chairman acknowledged the flood of questions and discussions that followed Friday’s media coverage. He wrote, “After the reports on Friday, many of you spent the evening fielding queries from friends, family and colleagues. I did the same.
Here’s what I told my own family: the Premier League process is far from finished, and our confidence and resolve to demonstrate the club’s innocence are unchanged.” Al Mubarak went on to explain that, while he would like to share more details to help fans understand the basis for the club’s confidence, the legal constraints surrounding the case prevent him from doing so at this time. He noted that even the letter he sent to supporters had to undergo multiple legal reviews to ensure compliance with confidentiality requirements.
He then directed readers to two earlier communications from the club: the statement released on Friday in reaction to the newest media speculation, and the comprehensive response issued in February 2023 when Manchester City was first slapped with over a hundred alleged violations of the Premier League’s financial regulations. According to Al Mubarak, the fundamental position of the club has not shifted since those initial statements. The chairman also addressed the surrounding noise, observing, “Some observers have rushed to draw conclusions, and there is a great deal of chatter about us. Yet nothing has altered.
We have faced adversity together before and emerged stronger. There are still those who wish to derail the club’s momentum, but we will not grant them that chance.” Looking ahead, Al Mubarak highlighted upcoming fixtures that he believes will provide a welcome distraction and a chance for the Manchester City community to rally together. He mentioned the upcoming league match at Anfield in two weeks, followed by a high‑profile Champions League clash against Paris Saint‑Germain at the Etihad Stadium.
Both games, he suggested, will serve as opportunities to celebrate the resilience and unity of the Manchester City family. The club’s official statement on Friday, 25 September 2026, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that the Premier League’s investigative process is still ongoing, with significant components yet to be concluded and all subject to strict confidentiality. The statement reiterated that Manchester City’s stance remains consistent with the position outlined in the February 2023 announcement. It added that the club has respected due process for eight years, trusting that the Premier League Board and Executive would act as an independent, impartial, and fair‑minded regulator, free from any partisan influence.
For context, the original charges were brought in February 2023. At that time, Manchester City released a robust rebuttal, stating that it was “surprised by the issuance of these alleged breaches of the Premier League Rules, particularly given the extensive engagement and the vast amount of detailed material that the EPL has been provided with.” The club welcomed an independent commission to review the matter, asserting that there was “a comprehensive body of irrefutable evidence” supporting its case and expressing confidence that the issue would eventually be resolved definitively. Since those early statements, the legal battle has been marked by a series of procedural steps, including the submission of evidence, hearings, and now, according to reports, an appeal stage. While the precise details of the alleged violations have not been disclosed publicly due to confidentiality, the charges generally revolve around alleged overspending, undisclosed sponsorship revenues, and other financial practices that the Premier League contends may have given Manchester City an unfair competitive advantage.
Al Mubarak’s recent comments underscore a broader strategy employed by the club: maintain a calm public front, reassure supporters, and avoid any premature disclosures that could jeopardize the legal process. This approach mirrors the club’s earlier communications, which consistently emphasized respect for due process and confidence in an eventual vindication. Fans and analysts alike are watching the situation closely, aware that the outcome could have significant implications not only for Manchester City’s finances but also for the broader landscape of Premier League governance. A ruling against the club could result in sanctions ranging from fines to transfer bans, while a successful defence would reinforce the club’s position and potentially set a precedent for how financial regulations are interpreted in the future.
In the meantime, the club is urging supporters to stay focused on the football itself. The upcoming matches against Liverpool and PSG are expected to be marquee events, offering a chance for the team to demonstrate its on‑field quality while the off‑field legal matters continue to unfold behind the scenes. As the appeal process proceeds, all eyes remain on the Premier League’s handling of the case. The league has repeatedly emphasized its commitment to fairness and transparency, pledging to treat Manchester City, like any other club, as an equal participant under its regulatory framework.
Whether this will translate into a definitive resolution remains to be seen, but for now, Khaldoon Al Mubarak and the Manchester City hierarchy remain steadfast in their belief that the truth will ultimately clear the club’s name.