Manchester City’s chairman, Khaldoon Al Mubarak, has expressed his frustration over the financial fair play charges that have been overshadowing the club’s on-pitch success. In an interview with the club’s in-house media, Khaldoon promised to share his “blunt views” once the process concludes.
Under the guidance of manager Pep Guardiola, Manchester City achieved a historic treble last season by clinching the Champions League, Premier League, and FA Cup titles. Their remarkable feat made them only the second English side to accomplish such a triumph.
However, the club faced allegations of 115 breaches of the Premier League’s financial fair play regulations, dating back to 2009. City was also accused of non-cooperation during the investigation, which led to charges being filed against them in February.
Guardiola, hoping for a swift resolution, had previously emphasized his desire to avoid any cloud of uncertainty hanging over his team’s accomplishments.
Regarding the charges, Khaldoon explained that he couldn’t delve into the specifics due to legal reasons but assured fans that he would address the matter once the process concludes.
“I’ll give you my very blunt views, I promise you that,” he stated. “I have very strong views on that, but I am going to be unfortunately very restrained today.”
The chairman further expressed his frustration, noting that the allegations undermine the club’s exceptional work, both on and off the field. He highlighted the remarkable achievements of the players in securing the treble, emphasizing the immense dedication and talent displayed throughout the season.
Additionally, Khaldoon proudly proclaimed that Manchester City is a well-managed club, having secured five out of the past six Premier League titles. He mentioned the club’s current value, which stands at over $6 billion, highlighting the significant value they have created and the world-class investors they have attracted.
According to Khaldoon, Manchester City is the leading football brand worldwide, reinforcing the club’s position in the global football landscape. He invited skeptics to analyze the data related to net spend over the previous seasons, comparing it with their competitors. By doing so, he believes that people will gain a clearer understanding of the club’s financial standing and be able to form more informed opinions.
“I wish people can just pause and ask the question and get the facts and then comment,” Khaldoon added.
As Manchester City awaits the conclusion of the investigation into the financial fair play charges, the chairman remains eager to address the matter openly and honestly, ensuring that the club’s achievements receive the recognition they deserve.
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