Manchester City is facing potential expulsion from the Premier League for financial breaches as the trial of the century begins on Monday, with the Premier League champions being charged with 115 breaches of the leagues financial regulations.
However, City denies any wrongdoing and claims to have strong evidence to clear their name. If found guilty, they could face severe punishments, such as a significant points penalty or even being kicked out of the Premier League.
Everton and Nottingham Forest received points deductions last season for single breaches of the leagues profit and sustainability rules. If City is found guilty, it could lead to compensation claims from rival top-flight clubs due to their extensive success in the league over the past years.
Citys financial affairs have been scrutinised since they were acquired by Sheikh Mansours Abu Dhabi United Group in 2008. If the verdict goes against City, diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates, where Mansour is the deputy prime minister, could be strained.
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