‘PR disaster’ - Verdict given on 115 Man City FFP charges ahead of start date

Manchester City are on the verge of lifting a record fourth straight Premier League title, with a win over West Ham on Sunday also denoting six crowns in seven years.

Pep Guardiola himself will go down as one of the greatest Premier League managers of all time, whatever the outcome of the league’s financial dispute. However, the success of the club itself will be tainted should it indeed be found guilty of the 115 allegations against their name, charges the Blues deny in full.

The hearing for the legislation battle against the Premier League is due to start this year, although the date has not been publicly disclosed. In the months leading up to this weekend’s title showdown, pundits have cast their verdict on the situation and what impact it is having on City’s reputation.

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Jamie Carragher - in The Telegraph

“I would love to know how City’s owners, or those advising them, feel about the issue dragging on while the team prepares to win its fourth consecutive Premier League on the back of last year’s Treble. They must appreciate it is a public relations disaster.

“That is what baffles me about the whole sordid affair. When accusations are made against any individuals or institutions who have absolute certainty in their innocence, you would usually expect the demand of those involved to arrange a hearing at the earliest opportunity.

“Where is the statement from City expressing frustration or fury that the process is taking so long? Kicking the can down the road means too many insults are being directed at a brilliant manager and his extraordinary team – none of whom will have a clue about how the club