Man City Chairman wants club’s finance issues judged on facts

Manchester City Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has admitted he is frustrated that the club’s achievements on the pitch are clouded by accusations of financial irregularity.

City were crowned champions for a record fourth consecutive year to make it six Premier League titles in seven seasons.

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But for many outside the club, the unprecedented success is tainted by allegations that they have breached the Premier League’s financial rules.

City were hit with more than 100 charges in February 2023. A hearing is set to start in November, more than 18 months after the accusations were first made public by the Premier League.

“Of course, it’s frustrating,” Khaldoon said in an interview given to City’s official club channels.

“I think the referencing is always frustrating. Having it being talked about the way it’s being talked about. I can feel for our fanbase, and everyone associated with the club, to have these charges constantly referenced.

“I think we as a club have to respect that there is a process that we have to go through, and we’re going through it.

“It’s taking longer than what anyone hoped for, but it is what it is, and I’ve always repeated, let’s be judged by the facts, and not by claims and counterclaims.”