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Man City: Andy Burnham 'concerned' if owners sell club
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Key Points:
- Manchester City's rivals are urging for the club's punishment over 114 financial breaches from 2009 to 2018 to be decided before the end of the 2026/27 Premier League season, with potential stripping of titles won during that period.
- The commission found approximately £830 million in disguised funding through "sham" contracts, which Manchester City denies and plans to appeal.
- Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham expressed concern about losing the club due to its significant investment in the city but stated he will not intervene in the independent legal process.
- Burnham emphasized the need to keep distance from the case, highlighting the importance of allowing the legal process to play out fairly without premature judgments.
- Manchester City has until October 2nd to file an appeal, with the outcome potentially having major consequences for the club's future and reputation.
