The scheduling of the hearing on Manchester City’s accusations for breaching financial regulations has been criticized by former England manager Sam Allardyce.
The hearing into the City case commenced this week.
Numerous individuals are advocating for relegation in the event of a guilty verdict. Allardyce is dissatisfied with the timeline of the process.
The City is currently facing 115 charges for alleged violations of financial fair play regulations, and the process has commenced this week. Numerous individuals have advocated for the Premier League champions to receive a severe penalty, with some advocating for their relegation in the event of a conviction.
It is anticipated that the case will continue for an extended period; however, Allardyce believes that it should have been resolved prior to the commencement of the new season. He believes that it will now be unthinkable for the club to be relegated in the event of a guilty verdict.
“They have already placed Manchester City in a position where they are unable to relegate them, as they have allowed the season to commence,” Allardyce stated to Footy Accumulators. “They are unable to relegate them solely based on these charges, which is absurd.” What was the reason for not conducting the task during the summer? The Premier League’s determination to conduct the judicial case during the season is utterly absurd.
In the event that City is proven culpable, Allardyce anticipates that they will receive a points deduction at the very least.
“If it’s on the three counts then possibly 10 points maybe 12, if it’s really big, maybe 15,” he indicated. “Relegation is being discussed; however, if it is reduced to these three factors, it is merely a point deduction that they can accept and move forward with. Everyone will argue that it is insufficient and that the City should be demoted. We will be unable to comprehend the situation in its entirety as they will not disclose the specifics of what transpired behind the scenes.
“If there is no appeal after that and Man City are compelled to accept the outcome, they will proceed.” Man City will capitalize on any additional appeal avenues if they are dissatisfied with the result, as it is their entitlement.
Pep Guardiola’s squad will endeavor to preserve their flawless start to the Premier League season when they confront their title rivals, Arsenal, on Sunday, despite the ongoing case.
